An introduction to Japanese history

At a moment in history when Japan has become one of the world's mos dynamic societies, and when its economy is exceeded only by that of the United States and the Soviet Union, many Americans wish they knew more about Japan's history and culture. Some are becoming aware of the considerable shortcomings in their knowledge of Japan as contrasted with Japaneses knowledge of the United States. This book helps to cover the country's physical characteristics, history, influence of China on early Japan, Buddhism's rise, decline of the Imperial Court, the Feudal Period, and Modern Japan (The Meiji Restorage, from WWI to WWII, War and Occupation and the Economic Miracle). Also includes many pictures of Japan.