In the 19th Century how was Japan's response to European imperialism and industrialization different than the response of other Asian countries?

A) Japan attempted to keep European powers out through military might, as seen in the Russo-Japanese war.
B) Japan embraced many western ideas and attempted to become more modernized and industrialized similar to European powers.
C) Japan sought to remain culturally and economically isolated from European influence rather than engage in trade or diplomacy.
D) Japan allied themselves with China and Korea in at attempt to build an alliance against the growing threat of European influence.