Publisher's Synopsis
Grappling with the implications of Japan's emergence as a key global player, the authors of this book isolate the opportunities and obstacles both at home and abroad that are shaping the ways in which the Japanese define and pursue their global interests.;The authors give serious attention to issues of political economy as they consider Japan's capability, as well as its willingness, to take on a stronger international role. Their new insights into the sources of constraints on Japanese foreign policy, should attract Japan scholars and the clarity and comprehensiveness of their contributions make this book valuable for use in courses on Japan's foreign policy and political economy.
