"Reflections on General Topics about the Present State of Japan" is an important philosophical work written by the eminent French economist and politician Charles Montblanc, Comte de Montblanc. In his book, he explores various aspects of Japanese society, culture, and politics, paying particular attention to the elements that distinguish Japan from the West. The author examines such issues as the social structure, religion, economy, traditions and modern trends of Japan. The book "Reflections on general topics about the current state of Japan" is not only a valuable source of information about Japanese culture, but also an invitation to an open discussion about the development of modern society.