Trade relationship between japan and Philippines from 1592 TO 1637

Abstract

The period 1592 - 1637 was the golden age not only of Japanese trade, but also with Southeast Asian countries, including the Philippines. This was also the period when trade relations between Japan and the Philippines were challenged by the penetration of Western countries and the competition of Chinese merchants. The article focuses on analyzing the trade relationship between these two countries during the Indian Ocean period and draws some comments on the importance of the period as a foundation for diplomatic relations between Japan and Philippines today.