Japan's Digital Economy: A Way Forward for Economic Revivalism

Hiroshi Yoshida, Meltem İnce Yeni̇lmez and Fengming Chen
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Hiroshi Yoshida: Department of Management, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
Meltem İnce Yeni̇lmez: Department of Economics, İzmir Demokrasi University, İzmir, Türkiye
Fengming Chen: Department of Management, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan

Yildiz Social Science Review, 2024, vol. 10, issue 1, 1-6

Abstract: The term “digital economy” refers to a variety of commercial and economic activities that rely on electronic communications and technology such as e-commerce and digital marketing. This trend promotes innovation and allows small and medium-sized businesses to penetrate global markets with little expenditure. Furthermore, digital data from online interactions provides insights into consumer behaviour, which helps with marketing tactics and product development. Despite Japan’s technological legacy, difficulties such as an ageing population and economic stagnation need the use of digital breakthroughs to stimulate growth. Empirical study demonstrates that the digital economy has a positive impact on industry restructuring in Japan. Regional disparities highlight the importance of specialized solutions, with govern-ment involvement critical, particularly in places lacking digital development. Future success is contingent on investments in talent and technology. Japan may achieve long-term economic development by adopting the digital economy and investing in human capital. As technolo-gy advances, Japan must adapt and innovate to remain competitive on the global stage. This necessitates continual research and development investments, as well as the promotion of an entrepreneurial and digital literate culture. Japan can solve its economic challenges by lever-aging its technology expertise and embracing full digital transformation. In light of issues like population ageing and economic stagnation, the study intends to explore how industry restructuring in Japan might be fueled by the digital economy. It highlights the crucial role that government engagement plays in mitigating regional differences and advancing specialized solutions.

Keywords: Digital economy; employment; job market; new employment policiesJournal: Yildiz Social Science Review (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: F00 F30 G00 G10 K00 K20 M00 M20 O10 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.51803/yssr.1458230

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