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Handbook of Sport and Japan
Handbook of Sport and Japan
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The Handbook of Sport and Japan offers a comprehensive exploration of sport in Japan, drawing on diverse perspectives and disciplines to highlight its impact on economics, diplomacy, media, culture, demographics, gender, ethnicity, and identity. It examines the sporting accomplishments of Japanese athletes and teams and their interactions with key events in Japanese history, including pre-war industrialisation and empire building, the post-war economic boom, the 2011 Tohoku Disaster, and the recent COVID-19 pandemic.
Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 25 October 2024
Publisher: Amsterdam University Press
The Handbook of Sport and Japan is a captivating compilation of established and innovative research, offering valuable insights into the nation through the lens of sport. It embraces diverse perspectives, disciplines, and experiences, addressing the integration of sport into Japanese studies. The chapters vividly depict the essence of sports participation, showcasing the remarkable achievements of Japanese athletes and teams while also exploring the intricate interplay between sports and various aspects of Japanese society, including economics, diplomacy, media, culture, demographics, gender, ethnicity, and identity. The contributions raise thought-provoking questions about the implications of prioritizing sport in significant historical events in Japan, ranging from pre-war industrialization and empire building to post-war economic prosperity, the 2011 Tohoku Disaster, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789048561056
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