The Impact of the Internationalization of Political Science on Publishing in Two Languages: The Case of Japan, 1971-2023

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This study focuses on the internationalization trajectories of political science in Japan, specifically examining the publishing practices of Japanese political scientists in both English and Japanese languages. The study reveals a generational shift, where younger scientists, especially those working abroad, increasingly publish in English, aligning with global trends in English publications and co-authorship since the 2000s. This shift contrasts with those working in Japan, who predominantly publish in Japanese and have yet to adopt co-authorship significantly. This article also notes a decline in book publications in both English and Japanese among Japanese political scientists, indicating a broader preference for peer-reviewed articles over books due to professional pressures in Japan. The study uses descriptive statistics, text analysis, network analysis, and qualitative analysis to explore these trends, highlighting the influence of internationalization on Japanese political science publication strategies.

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