Japan's Wartime Welfare State
Japan's wartime welfare state emerged during World War II, rapidly expanding universal health insurance coverage from 500,000 to over 40 million citizens between 1938 and 1944.
Japan's wartime welfare state emerged during World War II, rapidly expanding universal health insurance coverage from 500,000 to over 40 million citizens between 1938 and 1944.
The evolution of Japan's welfare state from a garrison state to a comprehensive social security system driven by internal dynamics and external pressures.
Explore Japan's shift towards universal welfare after World War II, driven by government-led social reform and a recognition that private insurance markets were inadequate.
Explore Japan's turbulent 20th century marked by devastating disasters, economic hardship, and war that left a lasting impact on its economy, society, and politics.