Labor Conditions in Japan (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025773209)

"Labor Conditions in Japan" provides a comprehensive analysis of the socioeconomic landscape of early 20th-century Japan. Written during a period of rapid industrialization and social transformation, Shuichi Harada explores the intricate dynamics between workers, management, and the state. The work details the transition from agrarian roots to a modern industrial economy, highlighting the challenges faced by the Japanese proletariat, including wage structures, working hours, and the emergence of organized labor movements.

Through detailed observation and statistical insight, the book examines the impact of factory life on the social fabric of the nation. It serves as a vital historical record for understanding the evolution of labor laws and the human cost of Japan's economic rise during the Taisho and early Showa eras. This study remains an essential resource for scholars of Asian history, economic sociology, and industrial relations, offering a profound look at the systemic pressures and cultural shifts that defined the Japanese workforce in the 1920s.

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