Introduction: The 'Japan' Fantasy: Orientalism, Soft Power, and Identity Artist's Japan: From Monet to Van Gogh The Evil Twin: Japan in the Mirror of the Early Twentieth Century Dystopian Japan: From 'Rising Sun' to 'Cyberpunk' The Dark Heart Fantasy: The Japanese Woman in Western Literature and Film Differing Destinations: Anime Fandom and the Appeal of Anime Breaking the Rules: Miyazakiworld and the MML Anime Nation: Conventions, Cosplay and Commodities Crossing the Border: The Fans' "Japan" Conclusion: Brave New World? "Japan" and Virtual Reality

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Susan J. Napier is Professor of Japanese Studies at Tufts University, USA. She is the author of four books, including The Fantastic in Japanese Literature: The Subversion of Modernity and Anime from Akira to Howl's Moving Castle.

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A CHOICE Review of Books Outstanding Academic TitlePraise for Susan Napier's previous book, Anime from Akira to Princess Mononoke:"A thoughtful and carefully researched account." - The New York Times"This worthy addition to the burgeoning literature on Japanese popular culture will stand the test of time." - Choice

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