Anthropology and Disaster in Japan - Cultural Contributions to Recovery after the 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami (Hardcover)

This book focuses on the 3.11 disaster in Japan, involving a powerful earthquake and tsunami, from an anthropological perspective. It critically reflects on the challenges of conducting anthropological research when encountering disaster at home and the position of social scientist as sufferer. Emphasizing the role of culture in disaster mitigation, the book offers theoretical consideration of the role of cultural heritage in risk management, in line with recent trends in international policy on disaster risk reduction. Taking an approach 'with the people in', the author explores how culture features in disaster recovery at community level and considers implications for policy. The chapters explore the response and adaptation by local cultural practitioners and performing arts groups, as well as farmers and fishers. Japanese farming and fishing are presented as an innovative and dynamic part of the recovery process. The book will be of interest to scholars and policy makers working in disaster studies, Japan studies, and fields including anthropology, geography, sociology and heritage management.

General

Imprint:	Taylor & Francis
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Routledge Focus on Anthropology
Release date:	March 2023
First published:	2023
Authors:	Hiroki Takakura
Dimensions:	216 x 138mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	120
ISBN-13:	978-1-03-237239-6
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Museums & museology Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Environmental impact of natural disasters & phenomena Books > Professional & Technical > Environmental engineering & technology > General Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Area / regional studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > General Books > Earth & environment > Geography > Human geography > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Travel & holiday > Travel & holiday guides > Museum, historic sites, gallery & art guides Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Anthropology > Social & cultural anthropology > General Books > Travel > Travel & holiday guides > Museum, historic sites, gallery & art guides
LSN:	1-03-237239-7
Barcode:	9781032372396

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