Perspective on Japan

Author: Ruan Cishan
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: I hope to analyze the development of China-Japan relations in the past decade through specific cases and present the context in a simplified manner. This approach is better than purely theoretical discussions, as I believe case studies may be more helpful and easier for readers to absorb. From the China-Japan relations case studies presented here, I hope readers can grasp a certain mindset, which is a brilliant dialogue from the "Xuanwen" chapter of the Analects: A disciple asked Confucius, "What should one do when faced with resentment?" Confucius replied, "How should one repay kindness? Repay resentment with justice, and repay kindness with kindness." — Ruan Cishan
The author has compiled, revised, and organized past analyses of China-Japan relations into this book, Perspectives on Japan, with the aim of analyzing many developments in China-Japan relations in the past decade and presenting the context in a simplified manner. This approach is better than purely theoretical discussions, as the author believes that case studies may be more helpful and easier for readers to absorb. From the China-Japan relations case studies presented by the author, the author hopes readers can grasp a certain mindset, which is a brilliant dialogue from the "Xuanwen" chapter of the Analects: A disciple asked Confucius, "What should one do when faced with resentment?" Confucius replied, "How should one repay kindness? Repay resentment with justice, and repay kindness with kindness." Three thousand years ago, Confucius's wise philosophy may serve as a valuable reference when thinking about China-Japan relations.
This book is a collection of insightful commentaries by Ruan Cishan, a renowned political commentator at Phoenix TV, focusing on the political trajectory of Japan. It provides an in-depth analysis of China-Japan relations, offering readers a clear understanding of the dynamics between the two countries.