The Japanese Mind: Understanding Contemporary Japanese Culture

Author: Davies - Roger J. Davies - Osamu Ikeno - Osamu (Editor) - Roger J. Davies; Osamu Ikeno - Roger J. (Editor) / Ikeno - Osamu / Davies - Roger J. / Ikeno
ISBN 10: 0804832951
ISBN 13: 9780804832953
Edition: 1st
Release: 2002-03-15
Format: Paperback (280 pages)
List Price: $14.95
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Book Description:
In The Japanese Mind, Roger Davies offers Westerners an invaluable key to the unique aspects of Japanese culture. Readers of this book will gain a clear understanding of what really makes the Japanese, and their society, tick.Among the topics explored: aimai (ambiguity), amae (dependence upon othersÆ benevolence), amakudari (the nationÆs descent from heaven), chinmoku (silence in communication), gambari (perseverence), giri (social obligation), haragei (literally, ôbelly artö; 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.All in all, 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.