| Description |
1 online resource (vii, 167 pages) : illustrations |
| Series |
Routledge contemporary Japan series ; 16 |
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Routledge contemporary Japan series ; 16.
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| Contents |
Facts and discourses -- The problem of generations and the structure of society -- Social networks -- The lonely child -- Women and men at work -- The socialization of care -- "Mature" customers -- Longevity risk and pension funds -- Government of the elderly, by the elderly and for the elderly -- Limits to ageing? -- Immigrants welcome? -- Population ageing and social change |
| Summary |
This book presents a comprehensive analysis of one of the most pressing challenges facing Japan today: population decline and ageing. It argues that social ageing is a phenomenon that follows in the wake of industrialization, urbanization and social modernization, bringing about changes in values, institutions, social structures, economic activity, technology and culture, and posing many challenges for the countries affected. Focusing on the experience of Japan, the author explores:how Japan has recognized the emerging problems relatively early because during the past hal |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-159) and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Population -- Social aspects
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Aging -- Japan
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SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Demography.
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Aging
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Population
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Population -- Social aspects
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| SUBJECT |
Japan -- Population
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| Subject |
Japan
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
0203962028 |
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9780203962022 |
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9786610858460 |
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6610858462 |
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9781134145010 |
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1134145012 |
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