
The Japanese Mind
Understanding Contemporary Japanese Culture
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Eric Jason Martin
In The Japanese Mind, Roger Davies offers Westerners an invaluable key to the unique aspects of Japanese culture.
Listeners of this book will gain a clear understanding of what 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 (perseverance), 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.
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.
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I have been studying Japan for the past years and am planning my first trip in the fall.
Japan is a very interesting country, it’s history, literature, religion and architecture.
The tea ceremony, so connected to Zen Buddhism, is beautiful.
This was a free book for me, and I am grateful for the opportunity.
The narrator, mr. Eric Jason Martin, was a pleasure to listen to.
My thanks to all involved, JK.
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VERY INTERESTING
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I enjoyed learning so much about Japanese traditions and though things have changed in the modern world, I expect to use much of my learning from this book in my business practices with Japanese clients.
Excellent Picture into Japanese Customs
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Good to read while traveling Japan
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Excellent Insight.
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mispronunciations
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Perspective changing
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Very interesting, equally dry
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But putting these minor quips aside, this book is a jewel of cultural exploration and explication. Listening on Audible, I found the narrator’s straightforward reading of the text to be excellent. However, he did use Anglicized pronunciations of some of the many Japanese terms. Someone wishing to discuss a cultural concept with a Japanese acquaintance may wish to confirm the correct pronunciation of the term in another source, such a Google translate.
Very detailed overview of Japanese culture
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Muy buen libro para entender Japon
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Very helpful
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