Why are Japanese people so fond of 'theories of Japaneseness'? It stems from an identity crisis caused by encounters with Western civilization. In his new book, 'Japanese Spirit I: Structure of Authority and Atmosphere,' Keishi Saeki takes this issue as a starting point to decipher the structure of 'authority' and 'atmosphere' that has shaped Japanese society. This first installment in an ambitious new series brings to light the 'invisible principles' that have acted upon the subconscious of the Japanese people within a unique social structure that receives the intersection of two authorities—the Emperor and foreign culture. It will be published by Shinchosha on May 21, 2026.
Table of Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: The Structure of 'Authority' in Japan Chapter 2: On the 'Governance of Atmosphere' Chapter 3: 'Principle of Retribution' and 'Japan-religious Natural Law' Chapter 4: Two Dilemmas of Modern Japan
Book Introduction: What is the 'unique thinking style' in the depths of our hearts? Why do Japanese people love 'theories of Japaneseness'? This work explores the 'invisible principles' that act on the subconscious of the Japanese people, starting from the intersection of two 'authorities'—the Emperor and foreign culture—and the unique social structure that accepts this as 'atmosphere.'
About the Author: Keishi Saeki Born in Nara Prefecture in 1949. Social thinker. Professor Emeritus at Kyoto University. Specially Appointed Professor at the Kyoto University Kokoro Research Center. Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, University of Tokyo. Doctorate candidate at the University of Tokyo Graduate School of Economics. 2007 Seiron Award winner. Author of numerous books.
Book Data: Title: Japanese Spirit I: Structure of Authority and Atmosphere Author: Keishi Saeki Release Date: May 21, 2026 Format: Shincho Sensho Price: 1,815 yen (tax included) ISBN: 978-4-10-603945-4 URL: https://www.shinchosha.co.jp/book/603945/
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