... of Japanese textile industry it analyse the scope for specialization and the role of government policies. Moreover, I also talked about its change in the competitive environment of the industry. The resource poor, rapidly industrializing Japanese economy gradually strengthened its comparative advantage in textiles and clothing from 19th century. In addition to developments in Japan itself, the country's changing role in international market is also covered. The role of the textile sector in world industrial revolution The textile industry was the first major modern industry in Japan; it is labour intensive as it creates many job opportunities for a nation. The special significance of Japanese textile products is that they are typically among the most labour intensive, least technology demanding manufactures for developing countries to produce. In an initial developmental phase involving large transfers of labour from the tradition based agriculture sector to modern manufacturing sectors. Increased exports of textiles accommodate ...

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