Japan's Economic Voyage: A Cultural Controversy

This chapter analyzes the trend of Japanese investments in the U.S., focusing on significant acquisitions like Rockefeller Center that fueled anti-Japanese sentiment in the late 1980s. It explores the interplay of fear and fascination in American media portrayals of Japan, reflecting broader concerns regarding cultural tensions and economic competition. Ultimately, it examines the U.S.-Japan relationship, its evolving dynamics post-Plaza Accord, and highlights opportunities for goodwill through community engagement.