What emperor took over in 1868, forming the Empire of Japan?

Also known as Mutsuhito, Emperor Meiji spurred Japan forth into the modern world. Ending its state as a closed feudal society, the emperor transformed Japan during the Meiji Period into one that institutionalized universal education, constructed railroads, built up the army and navy, and adopted a parliamentary system and a constitution.

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