The Japanese colonial policies in Korea

Abstract

Based on the author's recent book on Japanese Colonial Rule in Korea, this article begins with a brief review of the formulation, development, and the essential characteristics of the Japanese Imperialism. Dividing the period of the Japanese colonial rule into the four stages of preparation (1905-1910). formulation (1910-1919), appeasement (1919-1931), communications basing & wartime mobilization (1931-1945), the author tried to outline the policies of each period. Finally the characteristics of Japanese colonial policies and their impacts on the post-emancipatory politics and administration of Korea are examined.