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Ryan Moran, "Selling the Future: Community, Hope, and Crisis in the Early History of Japanese Life Insurance" (Cornell UP, 2024)

New Books in East Asian Studies

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The Role of Life Insurance During Wartime in Japan

This chapter examines the dual role of life insurance in Japan during the 1930s and 40s, highlighting its significance as a financial safety net for families while also supporting the war effort. It reveals how the industry navigated challenges such as bombings and the threat of nationalization amidst a complex wartime economy.

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