The DIR guide to Japanese economic statistics

by Mikihiro Matsuoka

Japanese Economic Statistics provides a remarkable and innovative explanation of statistics of the Japanese economy. Many of these statistics are issued by government agencies, some by private companies, and together the statistical series make up a complete picture of Japan's economy. Without this information it is impossible to fully understand the Japanese economy, yet until now this information has been largely inaccessible to non-Japanese speakers. This is a definitive and indispensable guide for English speakers. The authors cover both the real economy and the monetary economy. The statistics have been methodically presented, and explained in non-technical language, using numerous tables and graphs throughout. The authors have succeeded not only in presenting the results but also in creating a clear and precise account of their meaning and importance. They provide an explanation of the interrelationships between the statistics, as well as a description of the role each statistic