What was the purpose of the gentlemen agreement with Japan in 1907?

The Gentlemen's Agreement of 1907 was an informal accord between the United States and Japan aimed at addressing growing tensions over Japanese Immigration. It sought to limit the number of Japanese laborers entering the U.S. in exchange for the Japanese government agreeing to restrict emigration. The agreement was an attempt to ease racial tensions and prevent further discriminatory legislation against Japanese immigrants, while also maintaining diplomatic relations between the two nations. Ultimately, it reflected the broader issues of immigration and racial discrimination prevalent in that era.