Asian Studies papers

An analysis of the culture of the Japanese Sumarai through an examination of the book by Thomas Cleary (translated from Taira Shigesuke) "Code of the Samurai".

An examination of the history of unequal treatment towards Chinese women as compared to the treatment of women in the "western" world.

An insight into the Korean-American community.

An examination of contemporary Chinese-American literature and the common characteristics of this form of literature.

Reviews this book by Richard Hammer on the Vietnam War.

A discussion about occurrences of racist activity against Chinese-Americans in the United States.

Discusses this short story by Gish Jen on Chinese-American life.

Discusses Robert Whiting's book which considers the differences between American and Japanese cultures from a perspective of the game of baseball.

Research into the benefits of doing business in China's emerging market.

This paper examines the role of Koreans in American society.

A review of "The Quest for Identity: International Relations of Southeast Asia" by Thon Amitav Acharya.

Examines the effect of American and Western pop culture on Japan.

This paper is a proposal for the development of a web site to promote the Taiwan motion picture industry.

This paper looks at the ways in which companies can branch out their consumer marketing.

This paper examines the company, Hellobrain.com of Taiwan.

This paper looks at the situation of Vietnamese refugees as they seek to enter the United States.

A look at the history of the partition of India and the ongoing conflict between the Hindus and Muslims.

Analyzes Salman Rushdie's 1981 novel, "Midnight's Children".

A review of the book by Roger Daniels, "Prisoners Without Trials", illustrating the topic of the Japanese-American internment camps.

Examines the causes of the Philippine-American War (1899-1902).

Uses a metaphorical company ("Japan Inc.") to reflect the psyche of Japanese society, especially the corporate side of it.

This research paper outlines and discusses the major maritime issues and potential armed conflicts in the Asia-Pacific region.

A review of the book "Revolution in the Village" by Hy V. Luong about the French era in Vietnam.

Examines the causes, course and effects of the Korean War (1950-53).

Discusses how an American executive can make a good first impression on a Japanese executive upon their first business meeting.

An analysis of international franchise deals, focusing primarily on the Japanese franchise of Kentucky Fried Chicken.

This paper is an examination and discussion of Kumari Jayawardena's "Feminism and Nationalism in the Third World".

An insight into the history of Japan's economy with an emphasis on the downturn in the last decade of the 20th century.

Offers an opposing view to an article that claims that Japanese firms invest in human capital because the external labor market is restricted.

Examines the idea of a promise of permanent employment in the Japanese labor market.

An analysis of the Japanese banking industry, including a comparison of Japanese and Western capitalism.

Examines human resource management (HRM) in the international business community, with special emphasis on Taiwan.

Depicts the effects that the Meiji restoration had on Japanese propaganda in WWII.

This paper examines the way in which two plays - "Tea" by Velina Hasu Houston, and "S.A.M. I Am" by Garrett Omata - treat the issue of gender and gender roles.

Examines the economic problems of this multifaceted Korean company.

Proposes a research design to examine the impact of defense spending on economic and social development in India.

A cross-cultural examination of the moral development of children in the United States and Asian countries.

This paper compares the level of awareness of the risk of AIDS among college students in South Korea and in America.

Examining the religious group Falun Gong active in China, which has become identified by the Chinese authorities as a dangerous cult that must be eliminated from Chinese society.

This paper examines the current international trade position of the People's Republic of China.

Discusses this late 1960s period, examining Jonathan D. Spence's "The Search for Modern China" and other sources of literature.

This paper describes visiting Chinatown in Los Angeles, California.

This paper analyzes Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club" as it sets its narrative against the backdrop of the key historical events of the middle of the 20th century.

This paper analyzes the two seemingly closely related schools of Buddhism which exist in the very different cultures of Korea and Japan.

A look at the traditional ancient Chinese attitude towards women though a literature review.

This paper discusses the formation of the People's Communes in China which represents a stage in the continuation of the progressive collectivization of the Chinese countryside.

This paper explores Buddhism from its introduction into Japanese society and the ways in which Japanese culture has been affected.

Examines the concept and application of securitization, making reference to the history and development of securitization in Malaysia.

How China and Japan actively encourage foreign direct investment.

Analysis of the American-born writer's experiences and those of her Chinese-born mother.

Discusses problems encountered with survival in U.S. culture for Vietnamese Buddhists.

Discusses the impact on U.S. business and the economy.

An analysis of NIKE and how the company might be unseated by a local, Korean company.

Discusses theme of intolerance in David Guterson's novel.

Discusses the potential of doing business in Japan.

Discusses racial discrimination.

Discusses U.S. economic and military support of Chiang Kai-Shek.

Analysis of John Okada's novel.

Discusses the involvement of the U.S. in the Vietnam War.

Analysis of the Mongols conquest of China.

A case study of China.

Compares the political cultures of the two countries.

Discusses changing labor management and relations in China.

Discusses East Asian religions as human-centered rather than metaphysical mysteries.

An examination of the reasons why many Korean Americans maintain a strong attachement to Korea and the Korean way of life.

An examination of the causes of the crisis focusing on Thailand.

A summary and analysis of the historical development of martial arts in China.

A discussion of the history of the Buddhist religion in Asia, starting in India and spreading to China, Japan and Korea.

Analysis of how future economies of the two countries are dependent on U.S. relationship.

Review of economic performance in Malaysia: 1996-2000.

Examines the human rights status of young people and women.

The writer looks at Bai Gao's book "Japan's Economic Dilemma" and how Bai Gao makes an effort to simultaneously explain the previous success of the Japanese economy as well as its contemporary fiasco.

Introduces, discusses and analyzes the two works "Dogeaters" by Jessica Hagedorn and "Native Speaker" by Change-rae Lee.

An analysis of why economic liberalization will not lead to political reform in China.

This paper explores the transformation of Japan into a modern society and culture.

A discussion of population growth and economic development in China.

An extensive study of the Asian brown cloud debate, which questions if it is a regional issue with global consequences.

Examining the ad campaign used by Estee Lauder Internation to attract Asian markets.

A study of how Asian taxation and proprietary laws effect investment in region.

A proposal against the construction of the Three Gorges Dam in China.

A paper which compares the lives of soldiers during WWII with those during the Vietnam War.

This paper presents an extensive discussion of Muslims in America, Pakistani social history and finally Pakistani-Americans, especially wedding customs.

A how-to paper for women, comparing Japan and Brazil's business ettiquette

This paper discusses the use of the U.S. Supreme Court, from the end of the Civil War through 1917, to support the beliefs that truly all men are created equal.

This paper discusses the problems associated with immigrant education and possible solutions.

This paper is a personal essay written by a Korean living in America and depicts his life in the U. S. and his Americanization.

A comparison of the academic articles on the impact of the changing global economy by Aihwa Ong and Arjun Appadurai.

This paper discusses the Asian financial crisis and miracle of the 1980's and 1990's.

Reviews this anti-communist biography of a Chinese man growing up during the Cultural Revolution.

Argues that post-war Vietnam's struggling democratic movement and anti-war protests are signs of the victory of American political philosophy of freedom.

Discusses the internal and external influences on medicine, science, education, finance, trade and tourism.

Examines background, reform in 1990s, politics, capitalist influence, government intervention, pricing, foreign investment, relations with Taiwan, nonstate sector and democracy.

Examines the meaning of the mythical kitchen god, narration, Chinese culture and family relations.

Examines the political, economic and historical implications of President Clinton's 1995 action, pros and cons, impact on China, trade and the P.O.W. issue.

A summary of this work analyzing and demystifying Japan's rise as an economic power in an increasingly interdependent world.

Examines the history of women providing sexual services to military personnel, background, social and economic theory, focusing on Asian examples, gender and feminist issues.

Reviews this work on the cultural clash between American hourly workers and managers and Japanese corporate managers at Michigan Mazda plant.

An overview of Asian nations' economies and cultures to determine the feasibility of exporting an American video game.

An analysis of Hong Kong with a focus on the potential effects reunification with China will have on banking.

Examines the history, evolution and current trends in Korean economic development.