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The Japanese Way : Aspects of Behavior, Attitudes, and Customs of the Japanese Paperback – November 11, 1996

by Noriko Takada (Author), Rita Lampkin (Author)

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A handy guide to understanding how people from every corner of Japan think, do business, and act in their daily lives

Organized alphabetically for east of use, The Japanese Way is an indispensable reference to the common as well as the divergent cultural traits of the Japanese. Included are 89 key traits, representing the values of a people who have been described as "enigmatic," "mysterious," "inscrutable," and even "unknowable." The Japanese Way provides an explanation of the varied ways in which these people celebrated holidays, interact with one another, resolve daily problems, view and deal with the outside world—-as welll as illuminating the rich and varied historical traditions that have shaped the modern culture of Asia’s most progressive nation.

Complete with a bibliography and index, The Japanese Wayprovides keen insights into the rich variety of customs and attitudes found among the Japanese people. Whether you are interested in Japan as a student, tourist or business traveler, this book will help you break the culture barrier--and appreciate the Japanese way.

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Paperback: 112 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (November 11, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0844283770
ISBN-13: 978-0844283777
Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #773,715 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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A thorough guide and a must...

By C. Middleton on October 10, 2003

Format: Paperback

As many seasoned travellers are acutely aware, visiting foreign countries without adequate research into the language and culture can turn a business trip or holiday into a nightmare. Since WW2, most European countries use English as a second language and therefore are accommodating to the ignorant visitor. In other terms, one can 'get by' without too much confusion or fuss. A few years ago, on my way to the U.S. to visit friends and family, I made a two-day stop over in Japan. Because of my limited stay and time constraints, I chose not to do any research on the language and culture. This was a big mistake. The reason being is that Japan's culture - behaviour, customs and attitudes are so different to Western modes of living. My two-day stop over was a personal disaster for many reasons. If only I had done at least a little research, my short time in Japan would have been much more meaningful. ~The Japanese Way~ is a gem of a text that covers the essentials for any one to successfully 'get by' while visiting this fascinating country.
This text is a crucial reference to the most common aspects of the culture to the more specific traits in Japan's social framework. In the contents page is a list of 89 subjects ranging from body language and gestures to gender roles and business cards. For example, taking a taxi in Tokyo can be expensive and sometimes frustrating because the address system, house numbers, are not assigned according to grid location or position on a specific street. The buildings are grouped in blocks and are numbered according to the time in which they were built! Requesting a specific residential home, in other words, is an exasperating exercise and most of the time the driver will not be able to find it. (The lesson learned here is to purchase a map and use public transport.Read more ›

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57 of 59 people found the following review helpful

Very, very short

By C. Hernandez on April 18, 2005

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A useful and welcome concept, but the book is altogether too short, I feel, to teach you much. Most of the topics covered will already be things that someone who's read a few basic books about Japan and Japanese culture will have read already. I would recommend this book to a person who doesn't know anything about Japan as a quick guide to the culture, perhaps. I felt an expanded edition-- some added topics or digging a little deeper into holidays or national policy or government-- might be more interesting.

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

Japan - on the quick

By Linda Austin - MoonbridgeBooks on August 20, 2007

Format: Paperback

Although it may be a little outdated by now, this quick read is an ideal way for first-time Japan travellers to get acquainted with the rather complicated Japanese ways. As a Japanese-American I wish I had read this long ago to better understand my mother! My husband found this book very helpful when he went to Japan on business. For business or pleasure, this book should make your trip to Japan easier... and hopefully keep you from accidentally insulting someone. But then, the Japanese are polite and will understand you are just a "gajin."

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

A great book to read on the plane over

By G. Giraldo on July 25, 2007

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My friends actually gave this book to me before I left for a trip to Japan. The book is organized into mini sections of information, which makes it a quick read and perfect distraction for the daunting 12 hour flight over there. I found that the book does a really good job of explaining the culture and some of the do's and don'ts while visiting. This was the only book I read, but found it extremely helpful and interesting - I definitely suggest buying this book if you are taking a trip to Japan.

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what is there else to know?

The text is older but is a valuable mine of information. What would you like to know about Japan? Search and find your answer. Read more

Published 22 months ago by Filippo Zizzo

Definitely a quick, interesting read

This book is a great quick read. It's very interesting. There may be things you already knew about Japanese culture, but that they expand upon. Read more

Published on January 30, 2010 by Amanda T. Stouffer

Shagadelic!

Joyous day! A very informative and helpful book . .

Published on March 26, 1999