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The revised 2nd edition of this successful textbook explores Japanese politics in the postwar era from theoretical and comparative perspectives.

After providing historical context, it offers an in-depth exploration of postwar political institutions, political reform in the 1990s, the policymaking process, and the politics of economic growth and stagnation. By delving into Japan's international relations, the book sheds light on Japan's security and foreign policies, and Japan's role in Asia. The textbook concludes by addressing what has changed since party alternation in 2009, the triple disaster in March 2011 and the global Covid pandemic.

Themes and questions addressed throughout the text include:

  • How and why did Japan modernize so successfully when so many other countries fell prey to colonialism and authoritarianism?
  • What explains the Japanese economic miracle and its subsequent economic stagnation?
  • What accounts for Japan's successful

    Table of Contents

    1. Introduction: Why Japan matters 2. The making of a modern state 3. The postwar settlement 4. The postwar political system 5. Political parties 6. Elections and electioneering 7. The economic miracle 8. Economic slowdown 9. Policymaking 10. State-society relations 11. Prime ministerial leadership 12. National security and foreign policy 13. Conclusion

Japanese Politics and Government

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      Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Publication Date: 2/27/2023 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781032107448, 978-1032107448
      ISBN10: 1032107448
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      Elections and referenda / suffrage Political leaders and leadership Political parties and party platforms

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The revised 2nd edition of this successful textbook explores Japanese politics in the postwar era from theoretical and comparative perspectives.

      After providing historical context, it offers an in-depth exploration of postwar political institutions, political reform in the 1990s, the policymaking process, and the politics of economic growth and stagnation. By delving into Japan's international relations, the book sheds light on Japan's security and foreign policies, and Japan's role in Asia. The textbook concludes by addressing what has changed since party alternation in 2009, the triple disaster in March 2011 and the global Covid pandemic.

      Themes and questions addressed throughout the text include:

      • How and why did Japan modernize so successfully when so many other countries fell prey to colonialism and authoritarianism?
      • What explains the Japanese economic miracle and its subsequent economic stagnation?
      • What accounts for Japan's successful

        Table of Contents

        1. Introduction: Why Japan matters 2. The making of a modern state 3. The postwar settlement 4. The postwar political system 5. Political parties 6. Elections and electioneering 7. The economic miracle 8. Economic slowdown 9. Policymaking 10. State-society relations 11. Prime ministerial leadership 12. National security and foreign policy 13. Conclusion

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