Research on Reasons for the Rapid Economic Growth of Japan After World War II

摘要

After the Second World War, Japan's economy surpassed the West Germany in 1968 and became the third largest economic power after the United States and the Soviet Union after two stages of recovery and rapid growth. The main reason for Japan's rapid economic growth is still controversial for researchers of different countries. This article will analyze the reasons for Japan's rapid economic growth after World War II from the aspects of economy, political democratization, an open economic system, technological innovation, consumption revolution, and American support.