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Japan's policymaking is, given that nation's economic prowess and history, of considerable worldwide interest. Quansheng Zhao makes a highly original and important contribution to an improved understanding of Japanese policymaking processes by examining several informal approaches or mechanisms, which in their interrelationships directly impact policy formulation. He examines kuromaku or the informal organizations or political actors; isuskiai or social connections; and nemawashi or the behind the scenes preparations and shows their effect on policy through detailed empirical analysis.
Four case studies involving Japan's policies toward China offer special, and captivating, insights into Sino-Japanese relations and provide lessons relative to the country's international policies. The highly informed treatment of political institutions, social environments, and political cultures will provide a needed understanding of essential elements affecting the stance Japan takes vis-a-vis other countries.
Contents
Foreword Preface Japanese Terms Introduction Japanese Policymaking Social Environment and the Notion of Pluralism--Case Study: Japan's Protectionism of Raw Silk Social Environment and Informal Network Social Groups and Pluralistic Operations Political Institution and Organizational Theory--Case Study: Sino-Japanese Rapprochement Informal Political Actors and Organizations The Catalytic and Valve Functions Consensus-Building and Political Culture--Case Study: Negotiations for the Four Economic Agreements Personal Connection and Informal Consensus-Building Political Trust and Mutual Understanding Empirical Summary--Case Study: Japan's Aid to China Before and After Tiananmen Informal Mechanisms in Dealing with International Crisis Conclusions Theory and Practice of Informal Mechanisms Bibliography
