1. Student's full name:Pham Thi Chien
2. Gender:Female
3. Date of birth: 01/01/1992
4. Place of birth:Peace
5. Decision to recognize student number:3636/QD-VNU dated October 21, 2022 of the Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
6. Changes in the training process:Do not have
7. Thesis topic: The urban movement in Japan in the 1960s - the case of the Beheiren movement.
8. Major:Asian Studies; Code: 8310608.01
9. Scientific instructor:Dr. Vo Minh Vu – University of Social Sciences and Humanities
10. Summary of thesis results:
The thesis “The Citizens’ Movement in Japan in the 1960s – The Case of the Beheiren Movement” studies the development of the citizens’ movement in Japan in the special social, economic and political context of the 1960s, with a focus on the Beheiren movement. The main results of the thesis are presented in three chapters as follows:
Chapter 1: Japanese Citizen Movements in the 1960s. This chapter analyzes the social context of Japan in the 1960s, including the process of economic recovery and strong growth, rapid changes in urbanization, and the impact of international events such as the US-Japan Security Treaty and the Vietnam War on Japanese society. From there, the thesis synthesizes and presents prominent citizen movements in this period.
Chapter 2: The Beheiren Movement. This chapter analyzes the factors that influenced the birth and development of the Beheiren movement, an important anti-war movement in Japan. The protest activities, anti-war protests, and important events of the movement are also carefully examined. In addition, this chapter also examines the Japanese government's reactions to the movement and the control measures the government took to limit its spread.
Chapter 3: The Impact of the Beheiren Movement on Japanese Society. The final chapter assesses the long-term impact of the Beheiren Movement on social movements in Japan, especially the anti-war movement, the democratization movement, and the student movement. The thesis shows that the Beheiren has played an important role in promoting democratic values, raising social awareness of citizens' rights, and contributing to the development of non-profit organizations in Japan.
Overall, the thesis not only clarifies the birth and development of the Beheiren movement, but also deeply analyzes the social and political impacts that this movement left in the context of Japan in the 1960s.
11. Practical application (if any):
The research topic of the urban movement in Japan in the 1960s, especially the Beheiren movement, not only has historical research value but can also be applied in many practical fields, including:
Research and teaching of social and political history. The subject can be used as an important reference in courses on Japanese history, social movements, and anti-war movement theories. Analyzing social movements and government responses to them can help students, scholars, and researchers better understand the social, political mechanisms, and dynamics of movements in different historical periods.
A guide to the study of antiwar movements and civil society. The Beheiren movement can be used as a model for studies of antiwar movements and the formation of civil society organizations in the context of political upheaval, especially in countries facing international conflicts. The factors that contributed to the success of the Beheiren, such as the combination of civil society groups and effective organization, can provide valuable lessons for other antiwar movements or social movements today.
Applications to Community Development and Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs). Lessons from the Beheiren movement about how to build and sustain strong civic movements and build consensus among diverse social groups can be useful in organizing social movements today. These movements may include issues such as environmental protection, human rights, or opposition to senseless wars. Today’s nonprofits can learn from Beheiren’s approach to community mobilization and organizing political protest campaigns.
12. Further research directions (if any):
Based on the results of the thesis "The Citizens' Movement in Japan in the 1960s - the case of the Beheiren Movement", in the future, the author can conduct other studies such as "Comparing the Beheiren Movement with anti-war movements in other countries"; "Researching the impact of the Beheiren Movement"; "Researching the influence of the Beheiren Movement on the younger generations of Japan";...
13. Published works related to the thesis:
Beheiren – Vietnamese Citizens’ Alliance for Peace in Japan (1965 – 1974) at the Proceedings of the National Scientific Conference. “Innovation in Teaching Japanese and Japanese Studies in the Digital Age” Labor Publishing House (Tr. 320-Tr. 332)
INFORMATION REGARDING MASTER'S THESIS
1. Student's full name:Pham Thi Chien
2. Gender:Female
3. Date of birth:January 1, 1992
4. Place of birth:Thai Binh
5. Student recognition Decision No.2948/QD-XHNV dated December 28, 2021 of the Principal of the University of Social Sciences andHumanities, Hanoi National University.
6. Changes in the training process:None
7. Thesis title: Citizens' Movement in Japan in the 1960s – The case of the Beheiren Movement
8. Major:Asian studies; Code: 8310608.01
9. Scientific instructor:PhD. Vo Minh Vu - University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Hanoi National University.
10. Summary of the results of the thesis:
The thesis “Citizens' Movement in Japan in the 1960s – The case of the Beheiren Movement” studies the development of the citizens' movement in Japan in the unique social, economic, and political context of the 1960s, with a focus on the Beheiren movement. The main results of the thesis are presented in three chapters as follows:
Chapter 1: Citizens' Movement in Japan in the 1960s. This chapter analyzes the social context of Japan in the 1960s, including the process of economic recovery and rapid growth, the rapid urbanization changes, and the impact of international events such as the US-Japan Security Treaty and the Vietnam War on Japanese society. From this, this thesis synthesizes and presents the prominent citizens' movements of this period.
Chapter 2: The Beheiren Movement. This chapter examines the factors that led to the birth and development of the Beheiren Movement, an important anti-war movement in Japan. It carefully considers the protest activities, anti-war movement, and important events of this movement. In addition, this chapter also explores the responses of the Japanese government to this movement and the measures taken by the government to control and limit its spread.
Chapter 3: The Impact of the Beheiren Movement on Japanese Society. This final chapter evaluates the long-term impact of the Beheiren movement on social movements in Japan, especially the anti-war movement, the democratization movement, and the student movement. This thesis points out that Beheiren played a significant role in promoting democratic values, raising social awareness about citizens' rights, and contributed to the development of non-profit organizations in Japan.
Overall, this thesis not only clarifies the birth and development of the Beheiren Movement but also provides an in-depth analysis of the social and political impacts of this movement within the context of Japan in the 1960s.
11. Practical applicability (if available):
The topic on the citizens' movement in Japan during the 1960s, especially the Beheiren Movement, not only holds historical research value but can also be applied in various practical fields, including:
Research and teaching of social and political history: This topic can serve as an important reference in courses on Japanese history, social movements, and anti-war movement theories. Analyzing social movements and the government's responses to these movements can help students, scholars, and researchers better understand the social and political mechanisms, as well as the dynamics of movements during different historical periods.
Guidance for research on anti-war movements and civil society: The Beheiren Movement can be used as a model for studies on anti-war movements and the formation of civil organizations in contexts where there are political upheavals, especially in countries facing international conflicts. The factors that contribute to Beheiren's success, such as the collaboration between different social groups and effective organizations, could offer valuable lessons for current anti-war or other social movements.
Application in community development and non-governmental organizations (NGOs): The lessons from the Beheiren Movement on how to build and sustain strong civil movements, as well as how to create consensus among different social groups, can be useful in the work of organizing social movements today. These movements could address issues such as environmental protection, human rights, or opposition to unjust wars. Today's NGOs could learn from Beheiren's approach to community mobilization and organizing political protest campaigns.
These show how the Beheiren movement's history and its organizational strategies can inform current practices in social activism, community building, and political engagement.
12. Further research directions (if availabe):
Based on the results of the thesis “Citizens' Movement in Japan in the 1960s – The case of the Beheiren Movement”, the author could conduct future research on topics such as: “Comparing the Beheiren Movement with Anti-War Movements in Other Countries”, “Studying the Impact of the Beheiren Movement”, “Researching the Influence of the Beheiren Movement on Younger Generations in Japan”... and other related topics.
13. Published works related to this thesis:
Beheiren – The Civilian Alliance for Peace in Vietnam in Japan (1965–1974), in the Memorandum of the National Scientific Conference, “Innovating Japanese Language and Japanese Studies Teaching Methods in the Digital Age”, Labor Publishing House (pg.320–332)
