Asian Studies papers

Examines the basic tenets of the Buddhist religion and its development as an important Chinese religion.

Analyzes the prospects for business success in the People's Republic of China by Microsoft. Focuses on the difficult issues of standardization in the PRC.

Traces the economic and trade patterns of Korea from the 1950s through the 1990s. Discusses factors of changes and the future outlook for the South Korean economy.

Argues that the policy was unjust, unjustified, illegal, hysterical, racist and inhumane.

Examines its rise and fall, 1368-1644. Discusses politics, military, social control, isolation, internal and external pressures.

Compares pro-Mao and post-Mao groups. Discusses styles, examples, political ideas, impact of their historical era and social vs. personal themes.

Discusses the effects and goals of the U.S. occupation. Examines the Potsdam Declaration, industry, government, land and educational reform and the restructuring of the economy.

This paper discusses the roots of Japan's post-WWII industrial growth:Economics, culture, foreign influence, occupation era and Confucianism.

This paper compares two poems from China's Sung Dynasty, "Li Po Chanting A Poem" by Liang K'ai and "Mother Monkey and Child" by Mu-ch'i: Poets, styles, visual & content analyses and themes.

This paper examines the cross-cultural interactions between Chinese and Westerners: Cross-cultural problems, perspectives, categorization, social identity theory and conflict resolution.

This paper examines patriarchy in Asian cultures: Sociocultural roots of traditional sex roles, stereotyping, feminist views, infanticide and Asian-American students.

This paper discusses the Hmong Culture in native Laos and as immigrants to the U.S. after Vietnam War: Population, life-style, independence, dress, family & village life, agriculture, religion, language and sudden death in U.S.

This paper discusses the American and Japanese auto industries: Trade relations since 1970s, imports, development, competition, economics and politics, quotas, pricing & products, quality, management andsafety.

This paper assesses the political, economic, historical and cultural effects of Hong Kongs reversion to Chinese rule in 1997.

This paper analyzes the generational conflict and continuity in relationship between Jing-mei "June" Woo and her mother Suyuan Woo in Amy Tan's novel "The Joy Luck Club".

This paper discusses the historical and political evolution of the U.S. policy toward China, from 1920 to 1951, focusing on impact of wars (Manchuria, WWII, Korea), the role of Harry Truman and the State Department in the Two Chinas Policy (Communist &

This paper is an overview of Japan: Demographics, govt., economy, foreign relations (U.S., China, Russia, Korea), security and problems.

This paper defines and describes honorifics in Japan and Korea, a language system, which reflects cultural values, social relationships, attitudes and traditions.

This paper discusses U.S.-Japan economic relations: Background, global accounts, trade imbalance, savings and investing, yen-dollar relationship, strategies, Clinton's policy, negotiations and problems and solutions.

This paper compares the United States with Thailand, a country from the Third-World. Government, economics, trade, politics, welfare, education and children.

This paper discusses tourism in Taiwan, Japan and Korea: Social, cultural and environmental factors, promotion, attractions, the role of goverment, economics and travel agencies.

This paper discusses the Cambodian-Vietnamese conflict from 1975 to 1993: History, major issues, foreign involvement, political, military and cultural aspects and leadership.

This paper analyzes the Chinese novel Lao She's "Rickshaw" as a portrait of social misery in Peking of 1920s and discusses the book's impact on culture.

This paper analyzes the military policy and philosophy of the Chinese communist leader Mao Tse-tung: Major influences, politics, strategy and tactics, writings, successes, ideology, Marxism-Leninism, discipline and principles.

This paper examines literacy in Sri Lanka: Educational system, Official Language Act, role of goverment., literacy rate, population and economic issues.

An examination of the definition, economics, recession, unions, layoffs and recalls, permanent vs. temporary workers, training, benefits and technology.

A look at traditional vs. modern lifestyles, generational conflict, economics, women's roles, aging population, work ethic, housing and leisure.

An examination of resource consumption, endangered species, pesticides, pollution, the government attitude and the future.

An examination of the history, incidence, increase since 1980s and causes and effects as compared to the U.S.

An examination of the effects of Western popular music on life and culture in China, Indonesia, Japan and more.

A discussion of the religious, philosophical, traditional, social and practical reasons for division.

A critical review of the work exploring the effects of Westernization and development on eight Asian nations and the difference between the village and the city.

An examination of the historical, cultural and political backgrounds and their impact on the social and economic conditions in the 1990s and the future. Includes socialism, technology, the role of the government, employment, stability, demographics and re

Explores novel's portrayal of cultural, generational & familial continuity among group of Chinese-Amer. women.

Examines novel's Chinese-Amer. mother-daughter relationships, and the issues of marriage, symbolism, identity and a comparison of Chinese & American cultures.

Sociocultural causes & effects of second-class status of women in the home & workplace in two patriarchal nations.

Discussion of South Korea's concerted effort to open up its economy to foreign investment, and the problems it faces due to defensive and protectionist sentiments among the population.

Reviews the development of the Hong Kong banking industry & examines its prospects under the Communist regime.

Role & impact of fundamentalism in development of politics since 1980s, leadership, judicial system and terrorism.

Examining Buddhism in Japan by looking at its origins, tenets, sects and its effects on arts & culture through the centuries.

Examines relationship between export instability & development of Third World in theory & practice (Korea). Harrod foreign trade multiplier model, two-stage least squares model, human & financial capital and financing.

Political, economic, historical & social problems caused by ethnic, religious and class divisions.

Examined in terms of cultural & religious roots, subject matter, painting, crafts, architecture, music and dance.

Analyzed by examining its background, leadership, parties, govt. controls, press and economics.

Describes the teachings of Chinese philosophers Chuang Tzu & Lao Tzu & their influence of Zen.

A look at the background, sounds, dialects, social/cultural aspects, regions of use, polite form and structure.

A look at the recruitment and selection, organization, power and influence.

A look at prejudices, myths, socioeconomic racism, role of media, passivity, Japan-bashing, student discrimination, violence, Asian resistance and institutional bigotry.

An overview of the nation including history, geography, population, living conditions, languages, institutions, religion, politics and business.

An overview of the economic, sociocultural and political conditions related to entering the agricultural business field including food, fertilizer, barriers, planning and production.

A look at the history, spiritual and symbolic importance, sword making, military and decline.

A look the population control policy including the sociopolitical background, birth/death rates, economic issues, one-child policy, birth control and coerced abortion.

Examines its background, the Cold War, politics, outcome, costs, leadership and military aspects.

Compares works by American and Chinese anthropologists on modern peasants in China.

Examines the life and career of the Chinese Communist leader in historical, political and cultural perspectives.

Examines the roles of women, false expectations, social and sexual factors, family policy, abuses and comparison with the U.S.

Reviews the possibility of an appropriate model for discussing development in East Asia.

An assessment that South Korea's steel industry is a textbook model for developed and developing countries; it is a resource-poor nation that industrialized itself through state support and thorough training of labor force.

Discusses the Korean War, the first major test of the post-war, soon to be called Cold War, period, examining the background to the war, the war itself and the American role.

History of foreign and military relations between Japan and the Soviet Union since World War II, examining additional material on relations between the nations since the Soviet collapse and the rise of the new Russia.

Defines project management as primarily a Japanese invention later adapted to American ends, examining what this system of teamwork and labor division has to offer American business interests.

Focusing on Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia and questioning whether economic development promotes democratization.

Hong Kong's history examined through 1992, with speculation of its status after 1997, presenting major events and players both within Hong Kong & externally.

Review and analysis of issues related to China's most favored nation status under the Bush and first Clinton administrations.

An analysis of US-Japan trade, including a discussion of the Japanese economy, American concerns, Japanese economic, agricultural and rice trade, policies, US response to those policies and indications of change.

Examines the data intercepted by the Japanese, the decision making process and the alternatives considered.

Examines the cultural, religious, economic, historical, political and social factors shaping people's outlook.

Examines the major themes in his writings, his contribution to Marxism, original ideas and his probable views on China's leaders of the early 1990s.

Compares gender roles and expectations, discussing results of interviews with a male and female from the U.S. and Japan.

Examines politics, philosophy and artistic merit of this 1930s novel on the revolution in China.

A description and application of Japanese techniques, compared to the U.S. approach, implementation, examples, successes and failures.

Argues for and against the American involvement, discussing the Cold War, politics, military, treaty, strategic issues, Geneva Accords, imperialism and ethics.

Examines the role of cultural differences in the treatment of Asian-American clients by American-trained health professionals, focusing on mental health.

Examines background, trade, reform, responsibility system, foreign influences, joint ventures, legal issues and the future.

Compares the late imperial period and the early 1990s.

Examines writing forms, religion in literature, poetry and language.

Compares gender and cultural roles and biases in the two novels.

Examines the five classes of plays, masks, religious foundation and Kabuki.

Discusses the career and philosophy of this Japanese humanistic filmmaker.

Examines the impact of religion on consciousness, art, literature, society, drama and film.

Examines the country's background, conditions and the role of the garment industry, international trade, relations with the U.S., labor, role of the government, regional issues and recommendations.

Examines age, origins, musical basis, different types of musical instruments and the music of today.

A look at the changes from classical to modern times in India, Japan and China, as shown in literature of both eras.

A comparison of the roles of women including false expectations, social and sexual factors and abuses.

This paper discusses the ancient Chinese science of acupuncture: History, principles, effects, techniques with needles, theory and future applications.

This paper examines the political, social, and economic issues of the imprisonment of Japanese-Americans during World War II after bombing of Pearl Harbor: Political, social, legal and economic issues of imprisonment and financial reparation efforts.

This paper examines the international relationship regarding the Korean War among U.S., China, Soviet Union, South and North Korea and U.N. from 1945 to 1953.

This paper discusses the development of popularity of gold in Japan, golf clubs and golfing goods marketing suggestions for U.S. firms.

This paper discusses the development of the economy of China from 3rd Cent. B.C. to 20th Cent.

This paper presents a summary of Daniel Burstein's "Yen!: Japan's New Financial Empire and Its Threat to America" about Japan's economic threat to U.S. and recommendations for an American response.

This paper examines the intercultural communication patterns surrounding the incident in Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China in 1989, from perspectives of the West, reformers and the Chinese government.

This paper examines decisions to drop nuclear bombs on two Japanese cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II.

This report depicts some of the social relationships and family structures in traditional Confucian-oriented Chinese society through stories from 1919-1949: "My Old Home," by Lu Hs?n, "The Lamp," by Shen Ts'ung-wen, "A Slave-Mother," by Jou Shih, and "H

This paper discusses the cultural basis for Japan's economic superiority despite small size & dearth of resources: Socio-historical and philosophical foundations for successful management emphasizing common goals and manager-worker cooperation.

This study discusses the elements of the "submissive" middle class in Japanese society as described and analyzed in This study will consider a number of elements of the "submissive" middle class in Japanese society as described and analyzed in Karel van

This paper examines racism, as experienced by Japanese-Americans in the United States, as a means for other Americans to relieve frustrations through their exclusion and dominance.

This paper examines the application of economic principles in the conduct of business in Japan: Demand, supply, market structure and government regulation.

This paper is an overview of mainland China, the Peoples Republic of Chinaa: Society: ethnicity, population control policy, communal living, agriculture, income, employment and education.

This paper the international management, as applied to doing business in Thailand: Factors affecting management: production, logistics, transportation, negotiation, bureaucracy, goverment, industrial policy and customs.

This paper examines the growth of the communist movement in China in the 22 years before the 1949 revolution: Growth from the mid-1920s, mass support, leadership of Mao, dogma and the role of Chiang Kai-shek.