Robert Whiting Bücher

60 years of observation: an American journalist's memoir about Tokyo's modern urban transformation, its criminal underworld and, oh yes, baseball.

Offers an intriguing and often humorous look at the differences and similarities between the national obsession over baseball in Japan and in the United States and a detailed account of the game of besoboru..

Exploring the intricate relationship between democracy and crime in Japan, this book delves into the lives of intriguing individuals who embody this dynamic. It reveals how political progress often intertwines with illicit activities, offering a unique perspective on the social and cultural factors at play. Through compelling narratives, the book sheds light on the complexities of governance and morality in a modern context.