高度経済成長期 (Kodo Keizai Seicho Ki)

Definition

The term 高度経済成長期 refers to the period of high economic growth in Japan from the mid-1950s to the early 1970s. It was a time when Japan experienced rapid industrialization and became one of the world's leading economies.

Analogy

Picture Japan as a speeding bullet train during the 高度経済成長期. Just like a bullet train moves swiftly and efficiently, Japan's economy zoomed ahead during this period, leaving other countries amazed.

Related terms

製造業 (Seizogyo): This term means manufacturing industry and represents businesses involved in producing goods from raw materials.

輸出 (Yushutsu): It translates to export and refers to selling goods or services produced in one country to another country.

技術革新 (Gijutsu Kakushin): It means technological innovation and represents advancements or improvements in technology.