Commodore Matthew Perry's mission in Japan was to convince the Tokugawa government to open its ports to American trade.

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This statement is true. Commodore Matthew Perry led a naval expedition to Japan in 1853 with the goal of persuading the Tokugawa government to allow American ships to enter Japanese ports for trade. This mission ultimately led to the opening of Japan to foreign trade and triggered significant political and social changes in the country.

Commodore Matthew Perry's Mission in Japan Was to Convince the Tokugawa