The Tang Dynasty, which ruled China from 618 to 907 AD, is often discussed in the context of its administrative structure and land ownership. While it did exhibit elements of a feudal system, it was not a feudal system in the strict sense like those found in medieval Europe.
During the early years of the Tang Dynasty, the government implemented a system known as the equal-field system (均田制), which aimed to allocate land to farmers based on their needs and family size. This system was designed to limit the power of local aristocrats and prevent the concentration of land in the hands of a few, which is a characteristic of a feudal system.
However, as the dynasty progressed, especially during the later period, local military governors known as jiedushi gained significant power and autonomy, leading to a situation where local leaders had feudal-like control in their regions. They raised their own armies and collected taxes independently, somewhat resembling a feudal structure.
In summary, while the Tang Dynasty had features that can be seen as feudal, such as local governors wielding significant power, it primarily operated under a centralized bureaucracy and a unique land distribution system that distinguished it from true feudalism.