Modern Japanese Legal Theory

Author: Xiao Xianfu, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 1998-05-01
Features: The Modern Japanese Law is the final outcome of the key research project Japanese Law Research by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Based on abundant primary sources and referencing relevant Japanese works, the book provides a comprehensive and in-depth elaboration and explanation of ten major Japanese laws, including the Constitution, civil and commercial law, criminal law, and procedural law, from a research perspective. The entire book is characterized by clear arguments, strong logic, and precise, lucid language, making it an excellent work dedicated to the specialized study of Japanese law in China. Its main strengths are as follows:
1. Comprehensiveness and Systematicity: The comprehensiveness refers to the book's thorough discussion of major Japanese laws, including the Constitution, civil law, criminal law, and procedural law. The systematicity refers to the systematic analysis throughout the book, not only in its overall structure but also in the discussion of each law. It delves into fundamental concepts, basic principles, core content, legislative principles, legislative processes, legal provisions, judicial practices, and legal research, layer by layer, step by step. Therefore, through this book, readers can gain a comprehensive and systematic understanding of major Japanese laws and a clear grasp of the current state of Japanese legal research.
2. Pioneering Nature: While this book is not the first publication in China on Japanese law, its novel sources and rich, comprehensive content also qualify it as a pioneering work.
3. Theoretical Depth: Previous works on Japanese law often focused solely on introducing and explaining legal provisions, sometimes leaving readers in a state of knowing what but not why. In contrast, this book not only discusses the origins and underlying legal theories of the laws but also explores the evolution and current state of these theories, as well as the interaction between legislation and legal research in the context of specific legal provisions. This research, rich in theoretical rigor, undoubtedly offers valuable insights for China's legislative and academic endeavors.