German Institute for Japanese Studies ドイツ日本研究所 Deutsches Institut für Japanstudien The DIJ researches the society, economy, politics, culture, and international relations of modern Japan from a multidisciplinary perspective. Located in Tokyo and rooted in the German academic system, the DIJ is a unique academic institution in the international research landscape. Our local presence enables us to investigate complex issues and current developments through our own surveys and field research in a timely manner and on a continuous basis. The Institute enjoys high recognition in social science and humanities research on Japan beyond the host country and Germany. The DIJ was founded in 1988 and has been part of the Max Weber Foundation - German Humanities Institutes Abroad since 2002.