Shintaro Yamaguchi is a Professor of Economics at the University of Tokyo. With a focus on labor economics, family economics, and the economics of education, his research has garnered wide recognition. Professor Yamaguchi received the Nikkei Economic Book Prize in 2021 for his contributions to economic thought. His work is recognized for addressing critical societal issues such as gender wage gaps, family policies, and labor market dynamics, making him a key figure in both academic research and education in economics.