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Here I am, fifty-eight, and I still don't know what I want to be when I grow up. -- Peter Drucker
why was Peter Drucker  so popular in Japan?
                Peter Drucker's popularity in Japan
                 began to significantly increase in the 1970s.
Peter Drucker, a renowned management consultant and author, enjoyed immense popularity in Japan for several reasons:
1. Alignment with Japanese Business Philosophy:
Long-term perspective: Drucker's emphasis on long-term goals and strategic thinking resonated with Japanese businesses known for their patient, long-term approach.
Employee development: Drucker's focus on employee development and empowerment aligned with the Japanese emphasis on human capital and lifelong learning.
Quality and innovation: Drucker's ideas about quality and innovation were in sync with Japan's post-war focus on these areas.
2. Japan's Post-War Reconstruction:
Need for management expertise: Japan was rebuilding its economy after World War II and sought management principles to guide its industrialization. Drucker's ideas provided valuable insights.
Western management practices: Drucker represented Western management thinking, which Japan was eager to learn and adapt.
3. Drucker's Interest in Japan:
Deep understanding:     Drucker had a profound interest in Japanese culture, history, and business practices.
Mutual respect: His deep understanding of Japan fostered mutual respect and credibility.
4. Cultural Compatibility:
Shared values: Some of Drucker's ideas, such as the importance of teamwork, consensus-building, and social responsibility, aligned with Japanese cultural values.
In essence, Peter Drucker's popularity in Japan stemmed from a combination of his insightful management theories, Japan's need for rebuilding its economy, and a mutual admiration between the management guru and the Japanese business world.
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Prominent Management Thinkers
Michael Porter: While his focus is more on competitive strategy, Porter's work on industry analysis and competitive advantage has had a profound impact on business strategy.
Jim Collins: Known for his research-based approach, Collins has gained popularity with books like "Good to Great" and "Built to Last."
Clayton Christensen: A Harvard Business School professor, Christensen's theory of disruptive innovation has significantly influenced business strategy and innovation.
Gary Hamel: Hamel is known for his work on management innovation and the concept of core competence.
Other Notable Mentions
Tom Peters: Author of "In Search of Excellence," Peters has been a prolific writer and speaker on management and organizational culture.
Warren Bennis: A renowned leadership expert, Bennis has contributed significantly to the understanding of leadership and organizational change.
Paul  Krugman is not a particularly popular economic commentator in Japan. While he is undoubtedly influential globally, his focus on the US economy and a Western perspective often doesn't resonate as strongly with a Japanese audience.