"The Rejection of Politics: A Growing Crisis in Western Democracies "

1. How does populism, as described in the text, influence voting habits in Japan, and are there any Japanese political movements that show similar characteristics?

2. What are some examples of how technocracy might affect decision-making in Japan, and how do these effects compare to the role of elected politicians in the country?

3. In Japan, how do people generally view the idea that experts should make important decisions instead of politicians? Are there any recent events or trends that support or oppose this idea?

4. How important is it for Japanese society to have a political system, according to the study’s view, and what might be some challenges Japan could face if politics were less involved in decision-making?

5. Considering Japanese attitudes towards politics, how might the ideas of pragmatic genealogy and political realism help explain the current political situation in Japan? What lessons can Japan learn from these concepts?