Heritage Conservation and Japan's Cultural Diplomacy : Heritage, National Identity and National Interest (Paperback)

Introduction: Heritage Conservation in Global and Regional Cultural Diplomacy 1. Unpacking Heritage: Deconstruction and Construction of Heritage 2. National Identity, Nationalism and Japanese Identity 3. Japanese Heritage Conservation Approach and Authenticity 4. Japan in the Global Heritage Context 5. Intangible Heritage 6. Vietnam Case Study: Vietnam’s Nationalist History and Japan’s ODA to Vietnam 7. Vietnam Case Study: Can Chanh Palace and Nha Nhac Court Music in Hue 8. Conclusion: Japan a ‘Cultural Nation’?