Shin Kanemaru and the Tragedy of Japan’s Political System

1. The Young Kanemaru (1918–1958): Early Life and Career in Yamanashi Prefecture
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2. Kanemaru as a Member of the National Diet (1958–1972)
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3. Kanemaru as Cabinet Minister (1972–1978)
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4. LDP Work Horse (1978–1986)
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5. Stage Manager of Japan’s “Bubble Economy” Political World (1986–1989)
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6. The King without a Crown (1989–1992)
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7. Cracks Appear in Kanemaru’s “Power Base”: Yamanashi Prefecture in 1991
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8. Skewered in Public, Humiliated Behind Bars (1992–1993): The Kingmaker Falls from Grace and Serves a Symbolic Penance
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9. The Kanemaru Legacy
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Avainsanat: History, Asian History, Political History, Economic History, Modern History, History of Japan