Explore the dynamic landscape of modern Japan with this insightful book that expertly weaves its rich traditions with the profound changes triggered by the American post-war Occupation. Authored by renowned Japan expert Jeff Kingston, this book dives into pivotal themes including Japan's technological innovations, its global manufacturing prowess, and the multifaceted influences of pop culture. With 160 pages of in-depth analysis, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Japan's challenges and opportunities in the twenty-first century. Topics such as Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's transformative policies, commonly known as Abenomics, are critically examined within the context of Japan's proactive stance toward an increasingly assertive China and the threats posed by North Korea. Perfect for students, researchers, and anyone eager to understand the complex forces shaping modern Japan, this book is an essential addition to your library. Whether you're looking at Japanese history or current events, Jeff Kingston's work offers clarity and context, making it an invaluable resource. Ideal for both casual readers and scholars, experience the journey of a nation navigating its identity at a crossroads of tradition and modernity. Don't miss out on this pivotal read about Japan's evolution and further prospects, available now with free delivery in Japan. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509525454
Year: 2018
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 160


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Japan, anchored by its traditions, transformed by American post-war Occupation, and globally recognized for its technological innovations, manufacturing prowess, and pop culture, faces powerful challenges from within and without. How Japan chooses to handle these problems and opportunities will determine its future for decades to come.            In this book, Jeff Kingston “ one of the most lucid analysts of Japan today “ takes readers on a fascinating journey through this country's contemporary history, exploring the key developments and forces, both at home and abroad, that are shaping Japan in the twenty-first century. Whether Prime Minister Shinzo Abe™s transformative agenda of śAbenomicsť and śproactive pacifismť toward a rising China and a belligerent North Korea can set Japan on the path to greater prosperity and security remains to be seen. But having won a third term as president of the Liberal Democratic Party in 2018, Japan™s ongoing transformation is very much in Abe™s hands.