Kate McDonald on Asian Mobility History as Labor History
Peoples & Things
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Transport and Resistance in Japan
This chapter explores the historical role of rickshaw pullers in Japan, highlighting significant protests and labor movements over the decades. It examines key incidents, like the 1903 uprising against city policies, and the evolution of transportation struggles against the backdrop of modernization. Through personal reflections on mobility and scholarly exploration of travel, the chapter connects the experiences of transport workers with broader social and historical narratives.
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