Routledge Education and Social Justice in Japan - Academic Book

Gain a deep understanding of the Japanese schooling system through this expert critical examination. Part of the Routledge Critical Studies in Asian Education series, this book explores how education responds to the major shifts occurring in Japan over the last twenty years. As Japan navigates slow economic growth, changing employment practices, and an aging society, the educational landscape must adapt. This text examines the impact of population decline and an increasingly multi-ethnic population caused by migration. It also addresses the realities of childhood poverty within a society often perceived as affluent. Readers will find a detailed look at how national and local educational developments respond to the pressures of globalization and changing social structures. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the intersection of social justice and educational policy in a modern Asian context.