〇 Overview History is a political tool, a tool of domination, and a weapon of diplomacy, necessary for the unity of a nation. The problem with Japanese textbooks, such as those published by Yamakawa, is not just a matter of historical perspective, but also a problem of descriptive ability, the peculiar nature of the Japanese Historical Society, and the competence of Japanese historians. 〇 Table of Contents Preface: Textbook Problems Before Ideology / Chapter 1: Two Taboos Obscuring the Meiji Restoration / Chapter 2: The Biggest Taboo in Modern Japanese History: The Constitution of the Empire of Japan / Chapter 3: Why the Success of Diplomacy in the Sino-Japanese and Russo-Japanese Wars is Not Discussed / Chapter 4: The First World War and the Washington System, Difficult to Understand Because Criticism of Foreign Countries is Not Written / Epilogue: "Fools," Not Even "Reds," Ruined Japanese History Education 〇 Impression After Reading The book dissects the Yamakawa Publishing history textbook, and the author's points are sharp. The existence of the "Emperor" as a spiritual authority that runs through Japanese history. It is taboo to positively mention in textbooks the existence of the "Imperial Lineage" that appears as a symbol of Japanese integration in times of crisis, and the "formation of a nation-state" after the Meiji era. Also, as is clear from the case of "Yasukuni Shrine," those who oppose the visits do not consider the meaning of "sacrifice and mourning" in the wars of modern and contemporary Japan, which were unavoidable to protect its independence. It is as if they wish Japan had been colonized and become a victim. If Japan had been colonized, the current international society would not exist, and the comfortable lives of the Yasukuni critics would not have been possible. This is a "courageous exposé" in which the author is prepared to face the potential worldly risks from the "Historical Society" and others, and I highly recommend reading it. 〇 Book Condition The book is clean with no folds or stains. Please check the photos from various angles. Shipping is planned via Yu-Packet Post Mini.