{"product_id":"japan-the-basics-paperback-2","title":"Japan: The Basics - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChristopher P. Hood\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJapan: The Basics\u003c\/em\u003e is an engaging introduction to the culture, society, and global positioning of Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStarting by looking at the common stereotypes, clich?s, and tropes associated with Japan, this accessible introduction to the country is designed to arm readers with key skills and knowledge for their study of Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis new edition covers topics including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow do we go about studying Japan?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat can be learnt about Japan from looking at its transportation system?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat is the impact of an aging society?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat are the connections between popular culture and wider Japanese society?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow does Japan respond to disasters?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow are core values about identity formed and what are their implications?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow did Japan respond to the COVID-19 pandemic?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith exercises, discussion points, and reflective questions throughout, \u003ci\u003eJapan: The Basics \u003c\/i\u003eis an ideal starting point for all those studying Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristopher P. Hood\u003c\/strong\u003e is a reader in Japanese studies at Cardiff University, UK. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eDealing with Disaster in Japan: Reponses to the Flight JL123 Crash \u003c\/i\u003e(2011) and \u003ci\u003eShinkansen: From Bullet Train to Symbol of Modern Japan \u003c\/i\u003e(2006), also published by Routledge. In 2016, he received a Certificate of Commendation from the Ambassador of Japan in the UK in recognition of distinguished service to contributing to the deepening of mutual understanding and friendship between Japan and the UK. \u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.48 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 23, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47290711507193,"sku":"9781032107165","price":40.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/Fb3uoTvdlP9781032107165_b76365d7-1fe4-43f1-abcc-455e7f1614bc.webp?v=1769155458","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/japan-the-basics-paperback-2","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}