Aspects of career development and information management policies at the Bank of Japan - a frank interview with a former central banker

Abstract

Relatively little empirical research has been published on the internal affairs of central banks. Secrecy is a key aspect of central banking, and this has posed a major obstacle to researchers. In this paper, an experienced and senior former Bank of Japan official is interviewed concerning the personnel management and information management policies, as well as the informal ‘guidance’ at the Bank of Japan. A number of surprising details emerge concerning the personnel management and information management policies of the Japanese central bank.<br/