This book focuses on the historical construction of language norms and its relationship to actual language use in contemporary Japan.

Why are different varieties of the Japanese language used differently in social interaction, and how are they perceived? How do honorifics operate to express di

Analyses how linguistic diversity in Japan, and indeed recognition of this phenomenon, presents a wide range of sociolinguistic challenges and opportunities in

The book studies the “Manchurian immigrants” from many important aspects suchas agricultural operation, education, religion, and women’s issues. It contai