Encyclopedia of Contemporary Japanese Culture

Sandra Buckley editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:29th Nov '01

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Encyclopedia of Contemporary Japanese Culture cover

Offering extensive coverage, this Encyclopedia is a new reference that reflects the vibrant, diverse and evolving culture of modern Japan, spanning from the end of the Japanese Imperialist period in 1945 to the present day. Entries cover areas such as literature, film, architecture, food, health, political economy, religion and technology and they range from shorter definitions, histories or biographies to longer overview essays giving an in-depth treatment of major issues.
With over 700 alphabetically arranged entries, this Encyclopedia will be an invaluable reference tool for students of Japanese and Asian Studies, as well as providing a fascinating insight into Japanese culture for the general reader. Suggestions for further reading, a comprehensive system of cross-referencing, a thematic contents list and an extensive index all help navigate the reader around the Encyclopedia and on to further study.

"A most welcome contribution... [It] is eminently readable for undergraduate and public library readers, and is an ideal reference tool... One of the year's best reference works and should be widely purchased and enjoyed." - American Reference Books Annual

"A delight to browse...A solid choice for academic libraries supporting Asian studies..." - Library Journal


'...an inviting starting point and a delight to browse...A solid choice for academic libraries supporting Asian studies...' - Library Journal [15 February 2002].

'...richly deserves a place in the canon of accessible scholarly works on Japan.' - The Yomiuri Shimbun/Daily Yomiuri Japan; Feb 17, 2002

'This is not only an indispensable reference tool for students of Japanese and Asian Studies, but is also good for general readers who are interested in Japanese Culture.' - International House of Japan Bulletin Volume 22, Number 1, Spring 2002

'...a valuable addition to library reference collections...recommended for larger public and academic libraries.' - Booklist June 2002

'...one of the year's best reference works and should be widely purchased and enjoyed...' - Andrew B. Wertheimer, American Reference Books Annual 2003

ISBN: 9780415143448

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 1383g

670 pages