Methods to ease the organizational and structural obstacles to collecting research materials. Often the quickest and easiest entry into a topic is via one of the general or specialized bibliographies in a Western language. Emphasis will be on Japanese information, which has not always enjoyed the best possible indexing. Arguably the best literature in the world. As a discipline, history often provides use with a comprehensive set of research tools that other disciplines can only dream of.
Historical research is a necessary component of any serious research regardless of field.
The Japanese provide excellent statistical resources that can assist in virtually any type of research. The study of Japanese religion is a fascinating topic, and we ll look at some of the library resources for a subject that is unfortunately as complex as it is interesting. Some of the most difficult research problems that can arise in any area of Japanese studies are those associated with art and art history. A look at both English and modern Japanese government resources. Since political life has been so important in Japanese affairs, it s critical to know which resources can provide general as well as detailed account of the political milieu.