| Summary: | The article discusses an edited collection of essays titled "Drugs and the Politics of Consumption in Japan," which explores the historical context of drug use in Japan from the seventeenth century to the early twenty-first century. The essays focus on themes such as the ideological distinctions between domestic and foreign drugs, the role of gender in drug consumption, and the development of transnational commodity chains influenced by historical empires. Key topics include opium, its consumption patterns, and the shifting perceptions of drugs within Japanese society, highlighting the complex relationship between state regulation and individual behavior. The volume aims to deepen the understanding of drug consumption in Japan, offering a nuanced perspective on its historical and cultural implications.
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