Linking Economic Effects of Tourism to Japan’s Economic Recovery
Professor NAGAHASHI Toru
Tourism is a kind of leisure activity enjoyed by many. This column focuses on tourism by tracing its history and discussing its role as a form of trade and a major industry that underpins the Japanese economy. What should Japan do for the future as a tourism-oriented country?
(This column is as of 2012.)
Regional commerce in Japan has undergone three turbulent decades. Why have local shopping areas been in decline? How is machinaka saisei or the revitalization of local city centers beginning to show positive signs? This column traces the causes of decline and the factors that are adding momentum to the revitalization of local shopping areas.
(This column is as of 2012.)
Taira no Kiyomori and the Destinies of the Minamoto and Taira Clans as Described in the Tale of the Heike
Professor SAEKI Shinichi
NHK’s year-long historical “Taiga drama” series in 2012 is “Taira no Kiyomori.” While Taira no Kiyomori is a hero in this series, he is depicted as an evil man in the Tale of the Heike. In this column, I explore the way in which the tale describes Taira no Kiyomori and the destiny of the Taira clan.
(This column is as of 2012.)
School of International Politics, Economics and Communication
Are Taxes for Health Effective?
Professor UCHIDA Tatsuya
Taxes for health promotion, such as those on tobacco, potato chips, and sugary drinks, are attracting international attention. In this column, I examine how effective these taxes are, from an economist’s point of view.
(This column is as of 2012.)
