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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 sempaikohai (seniority) wabisabi (simplicity and elegance), and zoto (gift giving) As well as discussions of childrearing, personal space, and the roles of women in Japanese society.With discussion topics and questions after each chapter, this book is an easytouse introduction to the distinguishing characteristics of Japanese society; an invaluable resource for anyonebusiness people, travelers, or studentsperfect 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.
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