Understanding Japanese Society

by: Joy Hendry

Understanding Japanese Society
Author: Joy Hendry

Publisher: Routledge

Series: Nissan Institute/Routledge Japanese Studies

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Format: Electronic book text

Publication date: 18 June 2004

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ISBN: 1134502524 ISBN 13: 9781134502523

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This is a welcome new edition of this bestselling textbook. It provides a clear, accessible and readable introduction to Japanese society which does not require any previous knowledge of the country. Fully updated, revised and expanded, the 3rd edition contains new material on: * the effects of the Asian crisis and recession in Japan * the emergence of the millennial cults such as the Aum Shinrikyo * major advances in sport and leisure such as the 2002 World Cup and the amazing global cultural success of Pokemon and Japanese animation and computer games * the tumultuous changes of the Japanese ruling elite * the Ainu and other Japanese minorities * debates about the future of the Japanese constitution and the resurgence of nationalism and militarism. Top page

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Publisher & Imprint: Routledge

Pages: 288

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Age recommended: General/trade

Subject Indexing & Classification Dewey:(DC22) 306.0952 Library of Congress Subject: HN723.5 Japan - Civilization

Departments: Area / regional studies;

Record updated at: 15 March, 2013 time: 16:29

Summary Understanding Japanese Society 1. Sources of Japanese Identity: Historical and Mythological Foundations of Japan 2. The House and Family System 3. Socialisation and Classification 4. Community and Neighbourhood 5. The Education System 6. Status, Hierarchy and Ethnic Diversity 7. Religious Influences 8. Ritual and the Life Cycle 9. Careers and Continuity: Opportunities for Working Life 10. Arts, Entertainment and Leisure 11. Government and the Craft of Politics 12. The Legal System and Social Control Top page

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