Title
Kamikaze, Cherry Blossoms, And Nationalisms: The Militarization Of Aesthetics In Japanese History
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Why Did Almost One Thousand Highly Educated Student Soldiers Volunteer To Serve In Japan'S Tokkotai (Kamikaze) Operations Near The End Of World War Ii, Even Though Japan Was Losing The War? In This Fascinating Study Of The Role Of Symbolism And Aesthetics In Totalitarian Ideology, Emiko Ohnukitierney Shows How The State Manipulated The Timehonored Japanese Symbol Of The Cherry Blossom To Convince People That It Was Their Honor To Die Like Beautiful Falling Cherry Petals For The Emperor.Drawing On Diaries Never Before Published In English, Ohnukitierney Describes These Young Men'S Agonies And Even Defiance Against The Imperial Ideology. Passionately Devoted To Cosmopolitan Intellectual Traditions, The Pilots Saw The Cherry Blossom Not In Militaristic Terms, But As A Symbol Of The Painful Beauty And Unresolved Ambiguities Of Their Tragically Brief Lives. Using Japan As An Example, The Author Breaks New Ground In The Understanding Of Symbolic Communication, Nationalism, And Totalitarian Ideologies And Their Execution.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Kamikaze, Cherry Blossoms, and Nationalisms'? A: The main theme explores how the Japanese state manipulated the symbolism of the cherry blossom to influence and motivate 'student soldiers' in kamikaze operations during World War II.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Kamikaze, Cherry Blossoms, and Nationalisms' is Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney.
- Q: What unique sources does the author use in this study? A: Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney uses previously unpublished diaries in English to provide insight into the thoughts and feelings of the 'student soldiers'.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 428 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: This book was published on October 1, 2002.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the connections between symbolism, nationalism, and totalitarian ideologies through the lens of Japanese history.
- Q: Is there any specific focus on the experiences of the kamikaze pilots? A: Yes, the book focuses on the experiences, agonies, and even defiance of the kamikaze pilots regarding the imperial ideology.
- Q: What makes this book significant in the study of Japanese history? A: This book is significant as it breaks new ground in understanding the role of aesthetics and symbolism in shaping nationalistic and militaristic ideologies.
- Q: Is the book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic research, especially in fields such as history, cultural studies, and political science.