The Story of the Supreme Court

Author: (Japanese) Yasushi Yamamoto, translated by Sun Zhankun, Qi Mei
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Publishing Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Since the defeat of Japan in World War II (1947–1997), this book reveals all the shocking incidents that shook Japanese society, the court rulings that moved the hearts of all Japanese citizens, and the astonishing truths hidden behind the scenes of those rulings. It is a documentary report on the judiciary, and those interested in the practice of Japan's judicial system, social changes, historical events, and China-Japan relations will find this book fascinating. Written with a strong commitment to social justice and strict professionalism, the author has set an example for journalists. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of post-war Japanese history through the lens of court trials. Time flies, and the 21st century to come will be a crucial turning point for Japan to introduce a jury system. The Supreme Court of Japan, abbreviated as Kaisho in the book, is uniformly referred to as the Japanese Supreme Court throughout.