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The Japanese Legal System - 2nd Edition - Frank S. Ravitch

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The Japanese Legal System 2nd Edition Frank S. Ravitch ISBN 9798887865560

The Japanese Legal System, by Professors Colin P.A. Jones, Frank S. Ravitch, and Koji Higashikawa, offers the most comprehensive and up-to-date overview of Japan’s system of law and government available in English. Written with a strong emphasis on practical understanding, the book provides a clear and accessible introduction to the structures, institutions, and processes that shape Japanese law in practice.

The text examines the lawmaking process, constitutional theory and its operation in reality, and the functioning of Japan’s civil, criminal, and administrative justice systems. It also explores the legal environment of business regulation, the organization and role of the Japanese legal professions, and the historical development of Japan’s legal system. Throughout, the authors integrate doctrinal analysis with institutional and cultural context, enabling readers to understand how Japanese law operates beyond formal legal rules.

A distinctive strength of the book is its careful explanation of the role and organization of Japanese courts within the broader framework of government, highlighting important differences from the United States and other common law systems. By situating legal doctrine within its social, political, and institutional setting, this volume provides readers with a nuanced and readily comprehensible understanding of Japanese law. It is an essential resource for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking a reliable and practical introduction to Japan’s legal system.

The Japanese Legal System 2nd Edition Frank S. Ravitch ISBN 9798887865560, 979-8887865560 & 9781684679829

Authors:
Frank S. Ravitch
Colin P. A. Jones
Koji Higashikawa