The Globalist

Reflections on Japan, a culture driven by hyper-accuracy and anticipatory nostalgia, and its obsession with the cherry blossom season.

Japan’s longest-serving prime minister achieved not only a stable Japan — but one with a clear view of its own identity and role in the world.

Germany has always been an inspiration to Japan since the country opened itself up. These days, it may be Angela Merkel and her brand of leadership that inspires Japan the most.

10 stunning facts about the amazing world we live in.

In every culture, low interest rates impact the fabric of society and mindsets in distinct ways. Each country thus develops its unique manifestation of nihilism.

This week, The Globalist Culinary Tour explores the food and culture of Japan.

What “firsts” in economics, politics, technology and demographics occurred in 2010?

Trade brought prosperity to many of the trading sultanates which lined the coast of the archipelago and peninsula.

Death by overwork affects not only the families of the deceased, but also the industries they worked in and the national economy.

Aside from the effects on health and on people’s well-being, depression in Japan exacts a heavy economic toll on individuals, families and on society as a whole.