尊王攘夷

Etymology
This phrase first appears in Chinese literature beginning in the Warring States period, some time between 475 BC and 221 BC.

Idiom

 * 1) to revere the king and expel the barbarians

Phrase

 * 1) revere the emperor, expel the barbarians

Usage notes

 * The spelling of may be preferred because Japan has an emperor, not a king.