The Japanese Mind: Understanding Contemporary Japanese Culture
Type
Book
Authors
Category
Japan
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Publication Year
2002
Subject
Japan Culture Women Communication
Description
Offers an invaluable key to the unique aspects of Japanese culture: aimai (ambiguity), amae (dependence upon others benevolence), amakudari (the nation’s descent from heaven),chinmoku (silence in communication), gambari (perseverence), giri (social obligation), haragei (literally; implicit, unspoken communication), kenkyo (the appearance of modesty), sempai-kohai (seniority), wabi-sabi (simplicity and elegance), and zoto (gift giving), as well as discussions of child-rearing, personal space, and the roles of women in Japanese society. Includes discussion topics and questions after each chapter.
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