POLS 261: Contemporary Japanese Poliics

Cross Listed
Program
Credits 4
Attributes
Social Sciences

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe publicly proclaimed with political swagger, “I am back, and so shall Japan be back,” shortly following his return to power in 2012. His statement was a commentary about his readiness and eagerness to lead Japan into a new era of power and prestige under the ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Moreover, his statement was a commentary about the politics and policy agenda of his administration.