Japanese Public Sentiment on South Korea: Popular Opinion and International Relations

This book explores the dynamic relationship between Japanese public opinion and Japan-South Korea relations, using a variety of social scientific methodologies to demonstrate how public opinion is formed in the context of strained relations. It is a valuable resource for scholars of East Asian regional security issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The contributors to this book provide empirical evidence on how Japanese public opinion is shaped amidst the strained Japan-South Korea relations. Understanding public opinion in both Japan and South Korea is crucial in examining the factors contributing to the deterioration of their relationship, which has reached its lowest point since World War II. In the face of North Korea's nuclear threat and China's regional and global advancements, Japan and South Korea have formed alliances with the United States and serve as key stabilizers within the Asia-Pacific Pax Americana. These relations play a pivotal role in ensuring international security in East Asia.

The contributors employ a diverse range of social scientific methodologies, including conventional quantitative surveys, experiments, quantitative text analyses of published books, and computational analyses of social media data, to unravel the intricate dynamics between Japanese public opinion and Japan-South Korea relations.

This book is an invaluable resource for scholars interested in East Asian regional security issues. It sheds light on the complex interplay between public opinion and international relations, offering valuable insights into the dynamics that shape the region's security landscape.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367698485