red-seal ship trade
Historical term for officially licensed Japanese foreign trade during the early Edo period (early 17th century), using ships carrying a red-sealed permit (朱印状) issued by the shogunate.
The red-seal ship trade was conducted with Southeast Asia during the early Edo period.
Through the red-seal ship trade, Japan imported many foreign goods.
Compound of 朱印 (red seal) + 船 (ship) + 貿易 (trade), referring to the trade conducted by ships bearing a red-sealed license.