| This video clip is from a movie entitled Tokyo Story which we just watched via Netflix. This movie was released in 1953, yet it's still relevant today. This is one of my favorite scenes where drunken friends are contemplating life. It's their drinking-induced clarity of thought that was so profound. As relevant as the dialog sounds, the truth is the post-war working class is what skyrocketed Japan out of oblivion. Thanks to their work ethic during the 50s to present, Japan enjoys its position as the third wealthiest economy. But their means to that success (apart from God) adds to their own demise - especially the 30,000+ who commit suicide each year. |
I love Japanese nostalgia and this movie deals with some tough issues, so I encourage anyone with a couple hours to spare to watch this relaxed-paced film.
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Good work ethic contributed yes, but also the recovery was due to tons of American investment and Japanese gov't economic policy (lowered interest rates, massive subsidizing) much of which continues today. The Japanese were industrious and well into modernization before the war as well, but the humiliation of losing sped development like never before. It is interesting that the emperor offered to convert the whole nation to Christianity since he felt that that must have been the reason for American/allied victory. MacArthur wisely declined, believing that following Christ was an individual decision not to be forced by the state.
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