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" The Japanese mind : "
edited by Roger J. Davies & Osamu Ikeno
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BL
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635503
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| Title & Author
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The Japanese mind : : understanding contemporary Japanese culture /\ edited by Roger J. Davies Osamu Ikeno
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| Publication Statement
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Boston :: Tuttle Pub.,, 2002
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vii, 270 pages ;; 21 cm
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0804832951
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: 9780804832953
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: 9784805310212
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: 4805310219
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 245-257)
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| Abstract
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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 others' benevolence), amakudari (the nation's descent from heaven), chinmoku (silence in communication), gambari (perseverence), giri (social obligation), haragei (literally, "belly art"; 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. -- Description from http://www.barnesandnoble.com (May 27, 2015)
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National characteristics, Japanese
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20e siècle
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Caractère national
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Civilisation
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Culture japonaise
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Japonais
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Japan, Civilization, 20th century
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| Dewey Classification
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952.03/3
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DS830.J35 2002
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Davies, Roger J.,1949-
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Ikeno, Osamu
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| Parallel Title
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Understanding contemporary Japanese culture
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