Japanese and Continental Philosophy

<p>Recognizing the importance of the Kyoto School and its influence on philosophy politics religion and Asian studies <i>Japanese and Continental Philosophy</i> initiates a conversation between Japanese and Western philosophers. The essays in this cross-cultural volume put Kyoto School thinkers in conversation with German Idealism Nietzsche phenomenology and other figures and schools of the continental tradition such as Levinas and Irigaray. Set in the context of global philosophy this volume offers critical innovative and productive dialogue between some of the most influential philosophical figures from East and West.</p>