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Book Synopsis: For years, pro-whaling forces and ardent anti-whaling organizations in Japan and abroad have wrestled with a contentious and highly emotive issue, while proponents of whaling have sought to control the parameters of the debate by limiting it to a discussion of catchphrases such as 'sustainable use,' 'Japan's whaling traditions' and 'whale-eating culture'. "Whaling in Japan" seeks to broaden the terms of reference by providing a wider, objective analytic framework for examining this issue and the political actors and forces in Tokyo - the government, the bureaucracy and the Institute of Cetacean research - that create, control and implement Japan's policy and continue to shape the debate. Through the encouragement of political myths, the manipulation of public opinion and ironically, even by using the actions of the anti-whaling movement to its own advantage, pro-whaling forces have created a domestic consensus that allows Tokyo's whaling policies to continue to expand relatively unchallenged even as stockpiles of unsold whale meat build up in Japanese warehouses. "Whaling in Japan" focuses on the gap between the political myths and the reality of Japan's whaling policy and sheds light on seldom discussed aspects of the political and decision-making structures that support it. Morikawa also examines how Japan has used diplomacy and aid gradually to expand international support for its whaling policies at the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and considers the longer term future of whaling as environmental awareness grows apace.
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Are you interested in understanding the complex dynamics behind Japan's controversial whaling policies? Look no further than "Whaling in Japan: Power, Politics and Diplomacy". This groundbreaking book goes beyond catchphrases and stereotypes to provide an objective and in-depth analysis of the forces shaping Japan's whaling industry.
Pro-whaling forces have successfully controlled the narrative by focusing on the concepts of sustainable use, Japan's whaling traditions, and whale-eating culture. "Whaling in Japan" challenges these notions and reveals the intricate web of political actors and institutions in Tokyo that influence and implement whaling policy.
Through the manipulation of public opinion and skillful use of political myths, pro-whaling forces have managed to create a domestic consensus that allows Tokyo's whaling policies to expand unchecked. Meanwhile, warehouses in Japan are filling up with unsold whale meat, highlighting the stark contrast between the political rhetoric and the reality on the ground.
"Whaling in Japan" delves into rarely discussed aspects of the political and decision-making structures supporting Japan's whaling industry. Author Morikawa also explores the diplomatic tactics and international aid strategies employed by Japan to garner support for its whaling policies at the International Whaling Commission.
As environmental awareness continues to grow globally, the future of whaling hangs in the balance. "Whaling in Japan" provides valuable insights into the current state of whaling and raises crucial questions about its long-term sustainability.
Gain a deeper understanding of one of the most contentious issues in marine conservation. Get your copy of "Whaling in Japan: Power, Politics and Diplomacy" today and join the conversation.
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