일본 시마네현 독도정책의 동향과 방향

Abstract

This paper aimed to analyze present circumstance and working of Shimaneken in Japan on Dokdo policy and prospect the trend. Major points of the change were described below. First, the first and second period of Takeshima Study Group activity focused on searching the historical background of Dokdo but the third period moves to the emphasis on international law, education, and the publicize. Second, the pioneering position of Japan to lead Dokdo education by Shimaneken was cooperated with Teacher's Association(Union) to realize the learning and teaching program for Dokdo territory issue by drawing teaching materials and the amendment. Third, publication materials such as 『100 Q&A of Takeshima Issue 』 and, 『Living in Oki』 described Japanese living in relation with Dokdo historically waking up the recognition of Japanese throughout the nation. Forth, Shimaneken expand the activity concerning Dokdo policy by submit 「Petition for Takeshima Sovereignty」 or holding 「Prefecture Campaign for Takeshima‧North Islands Territory」 to press central Japan government. These activities are managed by 「Takeshima Study Group」 which belonged to prefecture department of general affairs of the bureau to proceed those campaigns. The activities by the prefecture should be reviewed by Korean government for diplomatic response and the regional government of Gyengsangbuk-do concerning Dokdo management. To make it more effective for Dokdo sovereignty and strengthen the activity, practical and close cooperation among research institutions, Dokdo related office such as Gyeongsangbuk-do, and Daegu Metropolitan Office of Education; Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education.