The History of Japanese Economic Development: Origins of Private Dynamism and Policy Competence

by Kenichi Ohno

This is an easy-to-read book that explains how and why Japan industrialized rapidly. It traces historical development from the feudal Edo period to high income and technology in the current period. Catch-up industrialization is analyzed from a broad perspective including social, economic and political aspects. Historical data, research and contesting arguments are amply supplied. Japan's unique experience is contrasted with the practices of today's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138215422
• ISBN13: 9781138215429
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 9.9"