What did the meiji reformers want to retain despite their quest for modernization?

a. traditional values

b. military techniques

c. central government

d. martial arts

The correct answer here is A. The Meiji Restoration opened fully Japan to the world and the Meiji emperor (Meiji meaning enlightened) sent his people all over the world in order to acquire advance technology and fresh ideas back to Japan. But this was not done in order to fundamentally change Japan. No, it was done to strengthen it. The goal was to retain their traditional values while enhancing themselves with the best of what the world has to offer.