Wolf Mendl explains the historical roots of Japan's foreign policy, especially the Asia-versus-the-West debate. The book provides an analysis of Japan's relations with the countries of Northeast and Southeast Asia. It also makes comparisons with the policies of powers of equal status in the post-War world. Various policy options are discussed, as are the determinants and characteristics which are likely to govern the conduct of Japan's external relations.

Wolf Mendl explains the historical roots of Japan's foreign policy, especially the Asia-versus-the-West debate. The book provides an analysis of Japan's relations with the countries of Northeast and Southeast Asia. It also makes comparisons with the policies of powers of equal status in the post-War world. Various policy options are discussed, as are the determinants and characteristics which are likely to govern the conduct of Japan's external relations.