Discover the True Reasons Behind Global Turmoil! New Book 'Thinking Geographically is a Weapon' Reveals the Hidden Side of the World Through the Unchanging Forces of Geography, Climate, and Terrain.

Shuwasystem Shinsha Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo – President: Kengo Tsushima) will publish a new book titled 'Thinking Geographically is a Weapon' on June 25, 2026.

In today’s uncertain world marked by endless conflicts like the war in Ukraine and stalled situations such as Iran’s geopolitical tensions, rising prices and instability make it difficult to predict future events based solely on superficial news commentary.

Most people tend to attribute these causes to easily applicable human factors—such as leaders’ personalities or national characteristics—focusing on 'human will.'

However, the true nature of the world is different. This book proposes an approach to understanding the past, present, and future through 'immovable geographical conditions' such as climate and terrain.

By recognizing the overwhelming force of geography—far stronger than human will—complex global phenomena can be logically connected and rationally understood.

■ Why do resource-rich countries often fall into poverty and authoritarianism?

→ Because they don’t need to rely on their citizens.

Countries blessed with natural resources such as oil—like Iran, currently in the spotlight—tend to experience sluggish economic growth and fall into poverty or authoritarian rule.

This is due to 'Dutch Disease,' where massive foreign currency inflows from resource exports cause the domestic currency to appreciate, harming domestic manufacturing and agriculture. Moreover, since governments earn wealth directly from resources, they have no need to collect taxes from citizens, leading to authoritarian regimes that don’t need to listen to public opinion.

■ Why are tax havens concentrated in small island nations?

→ Because they are 'selling their own laws.'

Tax havens—places where global capital accumulates, such as the Cayman Islands and Bermuda—are concentrated in small island nations. Lacking natural resources or industries, these countries have developed a 'sovereignty business,' attracting corporations worldwide by offering laws that reduce tax rates to the extreme.

Large nations cannot reduce taxes to zero due to the high maintenance costs of supporting their populations, but such survival strategies are possible only for island nations with extremely small populations and state sizes.

■ How are polytheism and monotheism divided?

→ Based on 'what nature means to humans.'

The reason monotheism emerged in regions like the Middle East, while polytheism took root in Japan and India, lies not in differences in human thought, but in climatic differences—specifically, 'precipitation.'

In arid regions like deserts, nature is a threatening force that can kill humans. To survive such harsh environments, an absolute, singular god was needed to strongly unify the group. In contrast, in humid regions with moderate rainfall, nature was seen as a provider of blessings, making a polytheistic system that harmonizes with nature the most rational choice.

■ Other Topics

・The climate and disease resistance behind why Africans were enslaved

・The time zone necessity behind why the three major financial markets are in London, New York, and Tokyo

・The source of sorrow and intense energy in peninsula nations

・The Himalayan mountains and desert terrain that gave rise to Chinese-centric ideology

・Water wars and space dominance conflicts triggered by climate change

■ Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Understanding Economics Through Geography

Chapter 2: Understanding Finance Through Geography

Chapter 3: Understanding Politics Through Geography

Chapter 4: Understanding Religion Through Geography

Chapter 5: Understanding National Character and Culture Through Geography

Conclusion: Understanding the Future Through Geography

【Author Profile】

Takuei Uyama

Born in Osaka in 1975. Graduated from the Faculty of Economics, Keio University. Lecturer in World History at Yoyogi Seminar and an author. He clearly explains current affairs from a historical perspective across various media, including TV, radio, magazines, and online platforms. Major works include 'The Great Asian History' (Kodansha), 'Complete History of World Ethnic Groups,' 'World History Through Ethnicity,' 'World History Through Royalty,' 'World History Through Religion' (all published by Nihon Jitsugyo Publishing), 'The Most Interesting World History Class' (KADOKAWA), 'World History Through Economics,' 'The History of Korea as a Vassal State—2,000 Years of Chinese Domination' (both published by Fuso Sha), 'The Emperor Brand Through World History' (Gokon Publishing), among others.

■ Book Overview

Title: 'Thinking Geographically is a Weapon'

Author: Takuei Uyama

Price: 1,980 JPY (tax included)

Release Date: June 25, 2026

Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4798075191/

Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18576881/

※ Available at bookstores nationwide and online retailers