The State and Politics In Japan

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By Ian Neary

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Politics in Japan is experiencing significant change under Prime Minister Abe Shinzo and the Liberal Democratic Party since 2012. This revised second edition by Ian Neary explores Japan’s democracy from the post-Second World War era to today, focusing on key institutions, political actors, and major policy areas including foreign defence, industry, social welfare, the environment, and human rights. Designed for readers without prior knowledge, it offers a thorough examination of Japan’s political landscape and the impact of initiatives like Abenomics.
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This textbook is essential for students and newcomers seeking a comprehensive understanding of Japan’s government and political system in a contemporary context.

"In this fully revised and updated second edition of his classic text, Ian Neary explores the dynamics of democracy in Japan, introducing the key institutions, developments and actors in its politics from the end of the Second World War to the present day."--Provided by publisher.

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Politics in Japan is undergoing a major transformation. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, the ruling Liberal Democratic Party has, since 2012, embarked upon an ambitious programme of policy reforms as well as changes to Japan’s governing structures and processes. At the heart of this policy agenda is ‘Abenomics’ – a set of measures designed to boost Japan’s flagging economy, but one which is yet to deliver on its promises.

In this fully revised and updated second edition of his classic text, Ian Neary explores the dynamics of democracy in Japan, introducing the key institutions, developments, and actors in its politics from the end of the Second World War to the present day. Packed with illustrative material and examples, this comprehensive study traces the continuities and the changes that are underway in five major policy areas: foreign and defence, industry, social welfare, the environment, and human rights.

Assuming no prior knowledge of Japan, this textbook, The State and Politics In Japan, will be an invaluable and welcome resource for all students interested in the government and politics of contemporary Japan and its international profile.

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Hugo Dobson, University of Sheffield, praises the book as a well-written, wide-ranging, and perfect introduction to Japanese politics for students. Henry Laurence, Bowdoin College, describes it as the best single text on contemporary Japanese politics, elegantly written, historically thorough, and rich with engaging detail and careful analysis of policy issues.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780745660486

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polity Press

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 165.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 544g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Ian Neary is Professor of the Politics of Japan and Fellow of the Nissan Institute and St Antony's College, University of Oxford.