Question

1. Write a brief essay that traces the rise of Japan from an isolated society to a major industrial and imperial power. Use specific events that demonstrate that rise to power.

Answer 1

Between the end of World War II and the end of the Cold War (1945-1993) there was a time period that marked that transition from an isolated society to an industrial and economic superpower known as the "Japanese economic miracle". A time that saw the significant rise of Japan into the economic world stage.

After World War 2, Japan had been left devastated by the war and thus between 1945 and 1952, Japan was to be rebuild by the US. occupying forces. The rebuilding phase of Japan included many political, economic, and social reforms.

After it's occupation, Japan regain its sovereignty and turned its sights to  develop its industrial sector with massive help from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry which helped paved the way for Japanese development overseas. These practices, put Japan in the industrial world stage during the Cold War.

By 1980, Japanese products, were exported all around the world in particular the products by the electronics and automobile industry, a direct result of the success of Japan's industrial sector. This growth continued on the rise all throughout the late 20th century and into the 21st century.