Living Together: Minority People And Disadvantaged Groups In Japan

"Living Together: Minority People and Disadvantaged Groups in Japan" is an introduction to the status of minority and disadvantaged groups and to human rights education in Japan. The book provides the latest information and resources for educators and anyone with an interest in the human rights of minority groups in Japan.

Author Miki Y. Ishikida discusses:

· Japan's commitment to promote and protect the human rights of minority and disadvantaged groups, and to teach minority cultures and history in schools and in communities

· The status and human rights of the indigenous Ainu, the Okinawans, Buraku people, Korean permanent residents, foreign newcomers such as Nikkei, children, women and the elderly

· Human rights education in school