Criminal Defence in Japan and England

Covering criminal law as it navigates two contrasting legal systems, Japan's codified civil law and England's common law. This book explores how these two contrasting systems interpret, apply, and justify different criminal defences, offering readers a unique comparative perspective on justice across the globe.

Drawing from the author's academic journey, including an LLB in England and an LLM in Japan, the book bridges the legal differences that shape the concept of criminal liability and defences in each jurisdiction. Key defences such as self-defence, duress, insanity and diminished responsibility are examined in depth, with real-life case studies and critical insights into their practical implications.

This book is an essential read for law students, scholars, practitioners, and anyone seeking an international perspective regarding how legal traditions tackle questions of criminal defence.