Review – Women and Politics in Contemporary Japan
Although Dalton’s study lacks exploration of some challenges Japanese society confronts, it offers a unique glimpse into a society that often remains a myth to outsiders.
A Critical Appraisal of the ‘Comfort Women’ Agreement between Japan and South Korea
A true reconciliation over the ‘comfort women’ issue requires a future vision, or a grand scheme, within which the current agreement is contextualized.
Political Apology 2.0: Japan says Sorry to ‘Comfort Women’ (Again)
Grievously wounded subjects are not easily healed and it would be naïve to assume that victims of state aggression will be able to put the past behind them.
How can we face the past seriously? A Comment on the ‘Comfort Women’-Agreement
The Japanese government has forced the South Korean government to take responsibility for the situation by repeating almost the same ritual apologies made in the 1990s.
The Impact of Industrial Revolutions: China’s Rise and the Decline of Japan
Japan stands at a crossroads. It will have to accept that unless it de-escalates tensions through critical dialogue it will be faced with a fractious China.
Interview – Nori Katagiri
Dr. Katagiri discusses his latest book on insurgencies, military strategies and cooperation and Japanese-American perceptions on security, politics and the world.
Transforming IR Education in Japan
In recent years scholars have started to consider alternative approaches to the study of IR, while at the same time scholars in Japan are adapting how they approach the subject.
The Asia-Pacific Scramble and a ‘Larger Australia’
Australia should begin to position itself as a politically-astute player in the region and in doing so, make decisions that create realpolitik rather than frictions.
Abe (Finally) Meets Xi: A Step towards Stabilization of Japan-China Relations?
The two sides have decided to discuss plans to prevent maritime accidents from turning into military crises, whilst working to resume bilateral dialogue in other areas.
China’s Response to a Post-Pacificist Japan
Although escalating tensions with Japan is not desirable, the Asian security order has changed in ways that should cause China to reconsider its strategy in the region.
