As Japan abandoned westernization it become a

militaristic society

Explanation:

Rise of militarism

The early Meiji government viewed Japan as threatened by western imperialism, and one of the prime motivations for the (meaning Enriching the Country, strengthen the army or Rich Country, Strong Army, became the principle that led to the modernization and transformation of Japan.) policy which was to strengthen Japan's economic and industrial foundations, so that a strong military could be built to defend Japan against outside powers.