Published : 2017-12-31

The soft power of contemporary Japan

Robert Łoś



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Japan’s position after World War II acquired a new dimension determined by the loss of war and the necessity of finding a new path of development. It derived itself from taking over Western values, mainly Northern American ones, as well as free market principles. Foreign policy underwent a significant reorientation, as supporting economy and developing new foreign relations became necessary. Therefore, instruments related to soft power gained importance. Culture and values characteristic for Japan combined with Western values had a positive effect on Japan’s development. It is most evident when observing the increase of Japan’s international relevance. In spite of having rather hermetic culture, this country was able to achieve a lot in the category of soft power. Those values and culture in general, together with peaceful policies and a new model of economic development, ideally mirrored the opportunities deriving from the usage of soft power.

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Japanese soft power resources, public diplomacy



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Łoś , R. (2017). The soft power of contemporary Japan. Facta Simonidis, 10(1), 49–65. https://doi.org/10.56583/fs.135

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