Japan and the Japanese as Seen by Foreigners Prior to the Beginning of the Russo-Japanese War

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An exploration of Western perceptions of Japan and its people in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, based on writings and accounts by foreign travelers, diplomats, and scholars. Kawakami provides a nuanced and critical analysis of the stereotypes, misunderstandings, and biases that shaped these views, as well as the challenges faced by Japan in navigating its changing role in the world. An insightful and engaging work on the history of cross-cultural encounters.