Books in the Routledge Library Editions: Japan series

A study that looks at the experiences of European and American companies that have collaborated with their Japanese competitors in the fields of computers, consumer electronics, automobiles and aero-engines, by forming joint ventures, designing products together and pursuing complementary marketing strategies.

Japan adopted the practice of using year names of 'Nengoh' during 645 AD (the first year of Taikwa). Since then the accession of a new emperor, with the exception of a few, has been marked with a new year title, exactly as has been the custom in China. This title provides a comparison of historical dates of two Oriental nations.

Among the revolutionary movements which shook the 19th-century world, the change of government in Japan in 1868 occupies a special place. The nature of this transformation has been regarded by western historians as 'revolution' and 'restoration' - two quite contradictory ideas. This book deals with the forces at work.

An account of rural and agricultural life in Japan in the early 1900s. It also provides information about farming, courtship, marriage, child-rearing, health care, folk religion and funeral customs in the late Meiji era, when Japan's transformation from an agrarian to an industrial society was in its initial phase.

Investigates and presents the salient features of Shinto through a long history of development from its remote past up to the present.

Focusing on the four main phases of modernizing and modernized Japan beginning in the nineteenth century and continuing to postmodern society, this work shows that the processes of modernization brought a coexistence of generational variation imbued with tensions, conflicts and synergies.

To the outside observer, the character and dynamics of Japan's political parties and Diet (National Assembly) are often obscure. This title presents a description of party politics in Japan, and an analysis of the influence that a changing balance of power has had upon the functioning of the Diet.

A study that describes the British government's policy towards China during the first phases of the undeclared Sino-Japanese war, starting in July 1937 and ending in September 1939 when the outbreak of the war over Poland forced the British government to turn almost all its attention to Europe.

A selection of some of the best plays of Chikamatsu, one of the greatest Japanese dramatists.

Based on the background of the rapid development of capitalism in Japan after the revolution, and the accompanying emergence of the working class, this study shows how early Japanese socialists drew on both Western influences and elements from traditional Japanese culture.

Describes the problems and phenomena which have been created by the attempt of the Japanese to graft the political, economic and educational institutions of the West on to their Oriental social organization. This book deals with the influence of the West on the different phases of the national life, and the attitude of the Japanese to Europe.

Explores the various avenues of economic co-operation that have developed between Japan and the Gulf States both in energy and other areas. This book considers the measures that have been taken to protect the security of oil supply. It reports Japan's co-operation in the development of the petroleum industry in the Arab Gulf States.

Collects essays written by Japanese experts on various aspects of Japanese business management. This book examines the mechanisms for Japan's phenomenal economic growth since the Second World War by analyzing Japanese management, business groups, production systems and business strategy.

Analyzes Japan's industrial organization both from a historical perspective and by looking in details at specific industries such as iron, steel and the automotive industry. This book discusses big business, business groups and industrial policy.

Considers both the opportunities and problems of the transfer of Japanese management practices to other areas in East Asia.

Direct foreign investment and the activities of multinational corporations are the dynamic elements in the international economy. This book identifies a Japanese model of multinational business operations which has characteristics differing from the American or 'anti-trade oriented' type.

The Japanese way of work is notoriously 'different'. But is it Japan or Britain which is the odd man out? This book explores the real differences, through a point-by-point comparison of two Japanese factories with two British ones making similar products.

Shows how Japan's banking system has maintained the continuity of development and avoided the occupiers' attempts at 'democratisation' and 'Americanisation'. This book explores why the American were committed to reform, and how important the maintenance of the financial status quo was to the development of Japan's economy.

Presents an analysis of the major policy issues confronting Japan's massive foreign aid programme. This title deals with the philosophy behind Japan's aid, Japanese reactions to the severe criticisms of its programmes and the beginnings of meaningful administrative reform of the complex aid system.

Describes the roots of Japan's aid policy and shows that this side of her international economic policy is based largely on domestic conditions, structures and forces. This book explains the patterns of Japanese aid policy-making.

A different economic system has developed in Japan, a system that differs greatly from traditional capitalism. This book provides explanations of the features of this corporate system, and shows how it differs from the system of orthodox capitalistic corporations.

The traditional international trade theory aims only at static maximization in the use of world human and material resources. This book argues that the focus should be given to developmental elements such as population growth, immigration, and natural resource development, in order to create development centres or sectors in the world economy.

Presents a study that describes the staggering growth of broadcasting in Japan from the dawn or radio and television to satellite communication and through to the multiplex broadcasting of the future.

Presents a study of the extent to which an increased influx of foreign workers is a threat to law and order in the context of the data-generating process of police statistics and the media coverage of 'crimes' committed by foreigners.

Focuses on the relationship between industrial training and technological change in three major global economies - the UK, USA and Japan. This book looks at the origins and development of training in these countries, and analyses the benefits resulting from the interaction of a skilled workforce and technological change.

Using case studies and covering topics such as the labour market, corporate organization, decision making and business transactions, this book outlines the way the Japanese organize their companies. It analyzes the approach of foreign firms, and stresses the strategies they should adopt to enhance their competitive image.

Based on original research, this book studies the extent of Japanese participation in British industry, and its economic impact in a number of key areas.

Brings together research from North America, Japan, Europe and Latin America to analyse the influence of Japanese manufacturing investment and Japanese working practices across the global economy.