{"product_id":"japanese-mind-the","title":"Japanese Mind The","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Japanese Mind\u003c\/i\u003e, Roger Davies offers Westerners an invaluable key to the unique aspects of Japanese culture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReaders of this book will gain a clear understanding of what makes the Japanese, and their society, tick. Among the topics explored: \u003ci\u003eaimai\u003c\/i\u003e (ambiguity), \u003ci\u003eamae\u003c\/i\u003e (dependence upon others'' benevolence), \u003ci\u003eamakudari\u003c\/i\u003e (the nation''s descent from heaven), \u003ci\u003echinmoku\u003c\/i\u003e (silence in communication), \u003ci\u003egambari\u003c\/i\u003e (perseverance), \u003ci\u003egiri\u003c\/i\u003e (social obligation), \u003ci\u003eharagei\u003c\/i\u003e (literally, \"belly art\"; implicit, unspoken communication), \u003ci\u003ekenkyo\u003c\/i\u003e (the appearance of modesty), \u003ci\u003esempai-kohai\u003c\/i\u003e (seniority), \u003ci\u003ewabi-sabi\u003c\/i\u003e (simplicity and elegance), and \u003ci\u003ezoto\u003c\/i\u003e (gift giving), as well as discussions of child-rearing, personal space, and the roles of women in Japanese society. It includes discussion topics and questions after each chapter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNext in this series:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow available separately, \u003ci\u003eJapanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations\u003c\/i\u003e is a fascinating journey through Japan''s rich cultural history.","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57312086753662,"sku":"NW9780804832953","price":12.47,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9780804832953.jpg?v=1778516281","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/products\/japanese-mind-the","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}