Takashi Inoguchi Boeken

The book explores the classification of societies based on individual satisfaction across various life domains using factor analysis. It emphasizes an evidence-based, bottom-up approach, challenging traditional views from prominent theorists like Hegel, Marx, and Weber, who often impose top-down categorizations on Asian societies. By critiquing these established perspectives, the author seeks to provide a more nuanced understanding of societal structures and individual fulfillment in an Asian context.

The book explores Japan's transformation from an Eastern nation to a Western one in various domains such as science, industry, and international law, marking significant shifts in its global identity over the decades. It posits that by 2022, amid global challenges like climate change and infectious diseases, Japan will stand out as a beacon of stability, highlighting its unique position in a rapidly changing world.

The book explores Japan's international relations by examining its wartime dynamics before 1945, the impact of globalization during the Cold War era post-1945, and the evolution of international relations as an academic discipline. It provides a comprehensive analysis of Japan's diplomatic strategies and their historical context, offering insights into how these relationships have shaped the nation’s role on the global stage.