Nationalism in Japan: Beware the populists | The EconomistBeware the populistsAided by a pandering press, a handful of nationalists can have a dangerous impact beyond Japan’s shores SINCE the defeat that ended the second world war, Japan has been a powerful force for peace and prosperity in Asia. Among other things, it has been easily the most generous aid giver, helping lift poor neighbours out of poverty. You would not know it from the volleys of neigh
