A Problematic Study of Modern Japanese Philosophy in Thailand: A Digital ERA and Globalization

Abstract

21st-century modern Japanese philosophy is a subject broadly studied in Thailand. However, many Thai students and scholars are still confused about what modern Japanese philosophy is. Objectives: 1) To provide arguments from modern Japanese philosophers to clarify the scope of understanding, leading to a distinction between what modern Japanese philosophy is and its general context in Japan. 2) To motivate engagement with modern Japanese philosophy in today's digitalized and globalized environment. The analysis includes philosophical analysis, content analysis, and description. Modern Japanese philosophy has been constructed based on ideas rooted in Western thought, harmonized with Japanese culture, and expressed in a more "universal" manner within a digitalized and globalized environment. This article aims to inspire and serve as a valuable addition for students, researchers, and teachers in the fields of philosophy, religious studies, and peace studies, promoting effective learning outcomes, philosophizing, and research on modern Japanese philosophy and culture in the digital era and globalization.