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The Japanese Mind: Understanding Contemporary Japanese Culture Book

In The Japanese Mind, Roger Davies offers Westerners an insightful guide to understanding the unique aspects of Japanese culture.Readers of this book will develop a comprehensive grasp of Japanese society and the core values that remain at its foundation.Among the topics explored are:aimai (ambiguity), amae (dependence upon others' benevolence), and amakudari (the nation's descent from heaven)chinmoku (silence in communication), gambari (perseverance), and giri (social obligation)haragei (literally, "belly art"; implicit, unspoken communication), kenkyo (the appearance of modesty), and 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.With discussion topics and questions after each chapter, this book is an easy-to-use introduction to the distinguishing characteristics of Japanese society; an invaluable resource for anyone—business people, travelers, or students—perfect for course adoption, but also for anyone interested in Japanese culture. Next in this series:Now available separately, Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations is a fascinating journey through Japan's rich cultural history.Read More

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    The Japanese Mind : Paperback : Tuttle Publishing : 9780804832953 : 0804832951 : 15 Mar 2002 : A valuable key to unique aspects of Japanese culture, this work discusses Japanese attitudes to raising children, personal space and the roles of women in Japanese society. Topics explored include: "aimai"" (amibiguity), ""chinmoki"" (silence in communication), and ""giri"" (social obligation)."

  • 0804832951
  • 9780804832953
  • Roger Davies, Osamu Ikeno
  • 1 June 2002
  • Tuttle Publishing
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 280
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