The book explores Japan's foreign policy evolution from the aftermath of World War II through the Cold War, highlighting its dependence on the United States. It examines Japan's efforts to establish an independent policy towards Asia and the challenges it faced in the 1990s as the Cold War framework dissolved, forcing a reevaluation of its diplomatic strategies. The narrative delves into the complexities of Japan's geopolitical positioning and its quest for autonomy in a changing global landscape.
