Routledge Negotiating Identity in Contemporary Japan - Kikokushijo Study

This scholarly examination explores the complex experiences of kikokushijo - Japanese individuals who have lived abroad and returned home - and their struggle to negotiate identity within contemporary Japanese society. Published by Routledge, a leading academic publisher under Taylor & Francis, this work combines anthropological and sociological perspectives to analyse how transnational experiences shape personal and cultural identity. The book addresses the psychological, social and institutional challenges faced by returnees as they reintegrate into Japanese life, examining how their time overseas influences their sense of belonging and social positioning. Drawing on contemporary research and case studies, it provides critical insights into the intersection of globalisation, migration and national identity in Japan. Essential reading for students and researchers in anthropology, sociology, Japanese studies and migration studies.