Music and the Making of Modern Japan

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The book delves into Japan's remarkable journey as the first non-Western nation to engage with Western powers, highlighting its equally impressive ascent in the realm of Western music. It uncovers the intricate relationship between Japan's geopolitical rise and its cultural influence in music, revealing how these two phenomena are interconnected. This exploration offers a fresh perspective on Japan's unique position in the global landscape, blending historical context with cultural analysis.