The Journal of Japanese Studies

A project of University of California Press (see other related projects).

About

Established in 1974, the Journal of Japanese Studies is a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary forum for communicating new information, interpretations, and research on Japan. Its core objective is to maintain an enduring record of highest-quality and evidence-based scholarship through publication of empirical and interpretive work on Japan. The Journal is committed to inclusion and the opportunity for scholars to engage with others without malice or harassment. Original submissions from across the humanities and social sciences are welcome, as are those on comparative and transnational topics in which Japan plays a major part. The Journal values analytically rigorous articles that locate specialized research findings in a broader context for scholars working on Japan. Other features of the Journal are its extensive and substantive book review section and its “Perspectives” essays offering broader evaluations of particular topics or literatures.

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Country of Publication & Year Established

United States

Established in 1974

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 2 x per year
Print Publication Print Publication: Published 2 x per year

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Nonfiction Open

Audience:

Scholars.

Lengths:

Article: 10,000 - 13,000 words.
Essay: 10,000 - 13,000 words.

Styles:

Academic.

Topics:

History: History of countries/regions.
Humanities: See guidelines.
Place/Regions: Specific region.
Social Sciences: See guidelines.

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No monetary payment No monetary payment.

Submissions:

Method: Email.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are NOT allowed.
Media: Text.

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Last Updated: 20 Aug 2026

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