Vol 44 (2015)
ECONOMICS AND SOCIETY
65-75 199
Abstract
In XVI-XVII centuries there were many trading houses, or trading and business houses in Japan - Konoike, Mitsui, Sumitomo, which were created by traders of the samurai class. The Nakai house from the province of Omi was one of them. The energetic entrepreneurs, who were at the head of the business, in a particular socio-economic situation managed to spread out multifarious activities, expand the geography of trade up to Ezo (Hokkaido) and create an innovative management style, the details of which can be seen in modern Japan.
76-91 177
Abstract
In the paper an attempt was made to clarify problems Japanese public image is faced. Author shows the influence of relationships between Japan and its close neighbors in the Asia-Pacific region on changes in country image in 2014. The major focus is placed on Japanese national image in China, based on the 10th Japan-China Public Opinion Poll carried out in 2014.
92-103 241
Abstract
The article is about the Japanese Nobel Prize-winning researcher in Physiology or Medicine, Shinya Yamanaka, his discovery and background, and about the current process of re-evaluation of the place of science and scientists in Japanese society after his winning the award. His discovery gave start to not only new directions in regenerative medicine, pharmacology and transplantation, but it also created an opportunity for discussion of issues in the world of science in modern Japan. The award also drew attention to the role of researcher, often called “samurais of science”, or “gakusya-no kagami” - the ideal to be aspired to for scientists.
104-118 190
Abstract
This article is aimed to analyze the main projects, which reflect the tendencies of bilateral investment cooperation of Japan with leading countries of Latin America - Brazil and Mexico - in the branches, which are key for Japanese economy.
HISTORY
119-131 252
Abstract
The article analyzes the role of the All-Union Society for Cultural Ties with Abroad in the development of Soviet-Japanese cultural relations. The author focuses on the main stages of the evolution of Soviet-Japanese relations from 1925 to 1939. Cultural activities contributed to the development of friendly bilateral relations. Notions about each other, familiarity with each nation’s traditions and customs have been formed through various exhibitions and film screenings. Tours of “Kabuki” in the USSR and visiting B. Pilnyak of Japan played an important role in the cultural convergence of the two countries.
132-143 154
Abstract
70 years has passed since Soviet-Japanese war in August of 1945. This war had a big impact on relations between Russia and Japan. In 1945 many Soviet soldiers met many Japanese soldiers and their experience and feelings were an important contribution in the making of the image of the Japanese in Russian society. The making of this image can be traced down in newspapers and memoirs of the participants of the war.
CULTURE
144-165 310
Abstract
The article considers different variations of Ryukyuan state (court) and folk cosmogonic mythology (myths on creation) in historical, religious and cultural context of the region. Basic sources on the issue (OmoroSo:shi, Ryu:kyu: Shinto:ki, Chu:zan Seikan, etc.) and the Author’s field research data are used.
166-181 211
Abstract
The clay and dry-lacquer sculptures form the central theme of the present article which introduces the readers to the creations of the Nara, Heian and other periods that survive today in the temples of the ancient capitals. The statues in many ways symbolize the aesthetic achievement of the age which produced a number of Buddhist images of such astonishing beauty and technical perfection that they rightly stand among the sculptural masterpieces of the world.
182-197 172
Abstract
This article deals with the image of Japan in the works of French writer Claude Farrere (1876-1958) known as an author of ‘colonial’ and ‘exotic’ novels about ‘the Orient’ from Turkey to Japan. Confrontation between the East and the West, conflict of Old and New as depicted in the novel “The Battle” on the Russo-Japanese war as well as ‘Japonophile’ essays of the 1930s where Farrere advocated Japanese colonial policy and expansion in Asia are the main subjects of this study.
198-211 255
Abstract
The ethical thought of three major writers of Shirakaba Group - a literary society and at the same time a humanistic movement is the theme of this paper. We focus mainly on the problem of egoism - one of the important issues facing the young intellectuals of Taisho Japan (1912-1926) that saw an active development of individualistic thought.
212-224 278
Abstract
The paper discusses the significance of the image of “New Woman” in context of female literary in the twentieth century. The focus of discussion is concentrated on the essay “The dialog on a contemporary woman” (Shinjidai josei-no mondou, 1925) and the novel “Wheel of life” (Shoujou ruten, 1939) written by Okamoto Kanoko (1889-1939). These works concern the New Woman in its transformation - from “a woman fighting for her rights and freedom” to a “modern girl” (moga).
ПРОБА ПЕРА
INTERNAL AND FOREIGN POLICY
7-19 222
Abstract
Two key goals of the foreign policy of Abe in 2015 are the improving of strained relations with all its Asian neighbors (including Russia), on the one hand, and the strengthening of military-political relations with the United States of America on the other. The successful solution of these tasks will largely determine for the foreseeable future the positioning of the country in Northeast Asia.
20-35 169
Abstract
The article describes the main events that influenced the Russian-Japanese relations in 2014. It is shown that because of the Ukrainian events the Russian-Japanese political relations were cooled, however large-scale crisis in the bilateral relations doesn't exist yet.
36-56 462
Abstract
The article analyses the role of soft power in the process of shaping and carrying out of Japan’s foreign policy towards Central Asia. Using cultural affinity as a basis Japan seeks to build an attractive image in the region. Japan actively uses the resources of public and cultural diplomacy and its official development aid. This creates the favorable environment for promoting business interests and implementation of foreign policy initiatives in the region.
57-64 190
Abstract
This article discusses the policy of Japan in the Persian Gulf during Iran-Iraq war and Iraq - Kuwait conflict. Japan based on the assumption of its peace constitution did not take part in military actions in the region and was promoter of peaceful resolution of the conflicts. Due to Japan’s efforts was signed a peace treaty between Iran and Iraq. During the Iraq-Kuwait conflict Japan gave financial aid to Kuwait. However, Japan’s policy of non-intervention was condemned which became one of the reasons for reviewing its Middle Eastern policy and for changing its approaches to regional problems.
СПЕЦИАЛЬНАЯ ТЕМА ВЫПУСКА: О НАЦИОНАЛЬНОЙ ИДЕНТИЧНОСТИ РОССИИ И ЯПОНИИ. ЧАСТЬ 1
ISSN 2687-1432 (Print)
ISSN 2687-1440 (Online)
ISSN 2687-1440 (Online)
