Politically, Japan has become a mirror image of Britain

Politically, Japan has become a mirror image of Britain

Visit Japan today and you could be forgiven for thinking it had weathered the storms that have buffeted Western economies in recent years. Its cities hum with prosperity: Tokyo’s streets are lined with luxury shops and packed restaurants, while immaculate highways and spotless cars convey an impression of modern efficiency. Levels of public trust and safety remain enviably high, and inflation is low compared to Britain. For foreign visitors, Jap…