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This volume focuses on an often misunderstood nation with vast economic and cultural influence in the United States and around the world. It combines thoroughly up-to-date coverage of Japan's history, geography, politics, economics, and society, with a range of helpful reference tools.

Delving deeper than typical reference books, "Asia in Focus: Japan" is the ideal authoritative introduction to Japanese life for students, businesspeople, travelers, and other interested readers. The volume offers a contemporary look at the Japanese economy, extensive cultural coverage, and a rich...

"Japan: A Global Studies Handbook" offers a friendly introduction to this vital, ancient country. In a series of practical, readable essays, this title explores Japan's island geography and its influence on the nation's history. "Japan" traces the "economic miracle" that was born in the ashes of World War II and grew into an economy seven times the size of China's--but at considerable social cost.

It examines Japan's vibrant cultural traditions--from the 11th century's "The Tale of Genji" to karaoke, sushi, and the "salary man." "Japan" entices readers to continue their exploration by...