Delve deep into the intricate tapestry of Japan's past with our meticulously curated collection of books on Japanese history.
Whether you're an avid historian or a curious reader, our selection boasts an array of titles, including several award-winning books that capture the essence, intrigue, and profound narratives of Japan's historical timeline. Among our best sellers is the captivating "A History of Pachinko Industry", which offers an enlightening glimpse into a unique facet of Japanese culture. Understanding Japan's history is not just a journey into its ancient samurai battles, shogunate reigns, or imperial transitions, but it also provides invaluable insights into the cultural, social, and economic underpinnings of today's Japan. Explore our collection to discover the deep-seated roots of Japan's modern society, innovations, and global contributions. Browse through our vast array of books on Japanese history and let each page take you on an unforgettable voyage through time.
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In Pursuit of Composite BeautyNAKAMI Mari
In Pursuit of Composite Beauty is a study of th...In Pursuit of Composite Beauty is a study of the life and thought of Yanagi Soetsu (1889-1961), known primarily as the founder of Japan's mingei (folk crafts) movement. Mr. Yanagi was a thinker who... -
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The Explorer Sven Hedin and Kyoto UniversitySATO Kenei, TANAKA Kazuko
A chance discovery of sixty-odd works of art in...A chance discovery of sixty-odd works of art in a filing cabinet in Kyoto University's Department of Geography in 2014 triggered an investigation which soon morphed into a multi-disciplinary resear... -
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Japan's WhalingWATANABE Hiroyuki
Hiroyuki Watanabe investigates how the numerous...Hiroyuki Watanabe investigates how the numerous relationships between people and whales in Japan become reduced to the single relationship of killing whales for their meat. He argues that from the ... -
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Social History of Science and Technology Vol.4NAKAYAMA Shigeru, YOSHIOKA Hitoshi
This study is the fourth and final volume of a ...This study is the fourth and final volume of a comprehensive survey that documents the miraculous growth of Japanese science and technology from post-war devastation to its rise as a global leader.... -
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Social History of Science and Technology Vol.3NAKAYAMA Shigeru, GOTO Kunio
This is the third volume of a comprehensive, fo...This is the third volume of a comprehensive, four-volume survey that documents the miraculous growth of Japanese science and technology from post-war devastation to its rise as a global leader. A t... -
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Japanese PoliticsINOGUCHI Takashi
When the Japanese economy was on the rise, as i...When the Japanese economy was on the rise, as it was in the 1980s, it was often suggested that the Japanese way of doing things was culturally unique and inherently superior. The apparent success o... -
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Social History of Science and Technology Vol.2NAKAYAMA Shigeru
This title is the second volume of a comprehens...This title is the second volume of a comprehensive, four-volume survey which documents the miraculous growth of Japanese science and technology from postwar devastation to its attaining a leading g... -
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Constructing Civil Society in JapanHASEGAWA Koichi
Japan's post-World War II "economic miracle" is...Japan's post-World War II "economic miracle" is well-known and much discussed, as is the collapse of the "bubble economy" and the almost decade long economic stagnation of the 1990s. In this collec... -
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The Peripheral CentreARNASON Johann
The main theme of the book is the complex relat...The main theme of the book is the complex relationship between the patterns of Japanese modernity and the civilizational legacy on which they continue to grow. The author discusses the East Asian r... -
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Social History of Science and Technology Vol.1NAKAYAMA Shigeru
This title is the first volume of a comprehensi...This title is the first volume of a comprehensive, four-volume survey which documents the miraculous growth of Japanese science and technology from post-war devastation to its attaining a leading g... -
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Hegemony of HomogeneityBEFU Harumi
Much of the misunderstanding by foreigners abou...Much of the misunderstanding by foreigners about Japan arises out of their acceptance of certain stereotypes about the Japanese. Harumi Befu spearheaded the critique of the stereotypical and the es... -
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Japan and Its OthersCLAMMER John
This book explores Japan's relationship with As...This book explores Japan's relationship with Asia and the world, examines contemporary Japanese thinking about Japan's "others" and how this impacts on local discourses about uniqueness, modernity,...
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