場所北海道 利尻島 羅保派

Ranald MacDonald was a North American who landed on Rishiri Island in 1848, disguised as a castaway from a whaling ship. Born on February 3, 1824, in Oregon to a Native American mother and a Scottish father, he illegally entered Japan during its isolation period. 

Ranald MacDonald voluntarily came to Japan. He was curious about Japan and wanted to learn more about its people and culture. His journey was not part of any special mission. 

After being captured, he became the first native English teacher in Nagasaki, teaching Japanese students. His actions were pivotal in fostering early foreign interactions in Japan.