目次

1. Making democracy real; 2. The 'tipping point' model of generational change; 3. Building the institutions of democracy: 1853-1990; 4. Power to the people: democratization of the government; 5. From state to society: democratization of traditional, community-based organizations; 6. Inclusive diversity: new-style civil society organizations and Japanese democracy; 7. More access but less power?: women in Japanese politics; 8. Conclusion: where do we go from here?