Feudalism and Literature in pre-Meiji Japan
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A 5 page paper synthesizing two books --Feudalism in Japan by Peter Duus and the Anthology of Japanese Literature by Donald Keene. It makes observations, not only about the history of feudal Japan, but about the nature of history itself. Bibliography lists two sources (the books themselves).
Filename: Japan.doc

Japan / 300 Years, 3 Administrative Periods
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A 4 page research essay on the Meiji, Tokugawa, and Amae periods (1550-1668, mid-1900). The writer discusses this in terms of historical revisionism and relationship to U.S. policy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Meiji.wps

King Chulalongkorn, Empress Dowager Cixi, and The Meiji Emperor- A Comparison of Leaders and Their Cultures
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This 4 page paper provides an overview of the general leadership and characteristics of King Chulalongkorn of Thailand, Empress Dowager Cixi of China and the Meiji Emperor of Japan. This paper explores a comparison relative to their position in society and their capabilities as leaders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHcixi.wps

The Meiji Constitution and Democracy In Japan
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A 9 page paper that considers the Meiji Era and the Meiji constitution and Reischauer and Jensen's contention that they were a betrayal of democracy. This paper also suggests the inherent problems that have led to a questioning of the importance of democracy within the current political climate of Japan. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Meicon.wps

The Meiji Restoration
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This 5 page paper looks at this important period in Japanese history when the Emperor Meiji was restored to power in Japan, and the changes which resulted from his rule. The paper includes discussion on the reforms such as education, trade and war. The long-term costs are also discussed with reference to world war two. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEmejjap.wps.

Global Warming
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A 5 page discussion of the phenomena of global warming. Defines the greenhouse effect and discusses impacts to the global climate. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Globalw.wps

Japan in the Aftermath of the Asian Currency Crisis
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This 8 page paper takes a look at Japan through the Asian currency crisis that began in 1997. Currency matters, particularly the changes in the yen, are discussed. The paper briefly reports on how the currency crisis began in the first place. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA016Jap.rtf

Japan / Her History and Economy
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A 9 page discussion of the history of Japan with particular emphasis on her economy, both past and present. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Japan2.wps

The Path of Japan's Nikkei:
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A 6 page paper discussing conditions within Japan's stock market since 1989. That year, the Nikkei average approached 40,000 but it lost more than 60 percent of that value by the end of 1990. After some false starts, the Nikkei appeared to be recovering but the Asian currency crisis and the fall of the Japanese banking industry curtailed that advance. The market appears to have stabilized, and the nation's economy is healthier as well. The paper recommends that investors still use caution, however. Foreign funds are pouring into Tokyo, but locals have been selling for months. There may be further corrections in the market, but it is seen to be on a path of overall growth. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KSNikkei.wps

Civil War / Impacts of Industry, Population, & Timing of The North vs The South
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A 5 page exploration of the factors which led to a Northern victory and a Southern defeat during the American Civil War. Details the differences between the agrarian subsistence of the south and the industrial concentration of the south and how it related to the war efforts. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Whynorth.wps

The Priesthood In Japan vs. The United States (Shintoism vs. Catholicism)
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A 5 page research paper which reveals that the priesthoods of both cultures are undergoing change and must adapt to meet new requirements of accountability. The writer demonstrates how change is taking place, and how it presents a fundamental change in the way the people of both cultures approach religious experience. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Ewpriest.wps

Japanese Music
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A 5 page research paper that examines the surprising prominence that Western music has gained over traditional Japanese forms since World War II, and shows that this pattern of appropriating the musical forms of other cultures is actually typical of the Japanese. The writer demonstrates that Japan has frequently borrowed from other cultures as the traditional forms of Japanese music are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Japanmus.wps