Japan: Between Myth and Reality

Portada
World Scientific, 1995 - 303 páginas
This work, written by an ex-Ambassador to Japan, is a first-hand account and observation of the various aspects of Japanese society ? political, historical, social and economic. It introduces themes such as Japanese religions and the political system, as well as describing and explaining many of the country's rich traditions. The author's personal experiences of Japan are interspersed with historical tales and factual details, providing an insight into Japanese behavior, thinking and way of life. This book will be immensely useful to those who wish to gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of the Japanese mind. It is the result of a four-year stay in Japan by the author, a Singaporean ex-Ambassador and politician.
 

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Acknowledgement Introduction
1
Xu Fu and the Bittersweet SinoJapanese Relations
7
Emperor Hirohito
19
Sumo Wrestlers
45
The Myth of Nihongo
63
The Utilitarian Gods
79
Rich Country Poor People Japanese Characteristics and Lifestyles
115
The Miracle of Japans Economic Recovery
155
Corridors of Power
185
Japans Defence and Rearmament
249
Index
297
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