"This book will explore the history, geography, wildlife, government, economy, religion, culture, and people of Japan. Also, students will have at their fingertips the most current facts and statistics that relate to Japan"--Provided by Publisher.

Inventing the new Japan -- Islands born from the sea -- Treasures of nature -- The story of a nation -- Democracy in action -- Ingredients of an economic miracle -- Living and learning -- Ways of the spirit -- Ancient traditions in a modern world -- Everyday life in a changing society.