Synopsis Japan being the major economic power in the world is keenly interested in developing friendly relations with India. The historical growth of Japan as a global power is a model for India and other countries of the South Asian region. In the present volume contributors have tried to examine the whole gamut of various aspects of long-term socio-cultural, political and economic connections between India and Japan as well emerging trends and issues impinging upon their relationship. The volume will be useful for the scholars working on Japan.