Japan: A Guide to Traditions Customs and Etiquette
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"In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette" by veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente offers an insightful exploration into the intricate cultural framework of Japan through the concept of "Kata." Kata, the cultural forms that define and influence Japanese etiquette, character, and daily interactions, are meticulously analyzed in this book. De Mente's work comprises 70 essays that delve into various aspects of Japanese culture such as the art of bowing, the significance of apologies, the compulsion for quality, and the rituals surrounding tea and exchanging name cards. This book not only deciphers the traditional behaviors that have shaped Japanese society but also connects them to their modern expressions, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the unique Japanese way of thinking and behaving.
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Author: Boye Lafayette De Mente
Title: In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette
Content: 70 essays on Japanese cultural forms "Kata"
Focus: Japanese etiquette, character, and daily communication
Format: Detailed analysis of cultural mannerisms and their origins, nature, usage, and influence in Japanese life.
Japan: A Guide to Traditions Customs and Etiquette
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"In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette" by veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente offers an insightful exploration into the intricate cultural framework of Japan through the concept of "Kata." Kata, the cultural forms that define and influence Japanese etiquette, character, and daily interactions, are meticulously analyzed in this book. De Mente's work comprises 70 essays that delve into various aspects of Japanese culture such as the art of bowing, the significance of apologies, the compulsion for quality, and the rituals surrounding tea and exchanging name cards. This book not only deciphers the traditional behaviors that have shaped Japanese society but also connects them to their modern expressions, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the unique Japanese way of thinking and behaving.
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Author: Boye Lafayette De Mente
Title: In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette
Content: 70 essays on Japanese cultural forms "Kata"
Focus: Japanese etiquette, character, and daily communication
Format: Detailed analysis of cultural mannerisms and their origins, nature, usage, and influence in Japanese life.
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"In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette" by veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente offers an insightful exploration into the intricate cultural framework of Japan through the concept of "Kata." Kata, the cultural forms that define and influence Japanese etiquette, character, and daily interactions, are meticulously analyzed in this book. De Mente's work comprises 70 essays that delve into various aspects of Japanese culture such as the art of bowing, the significance of apologies, the compulsion for quality, and the rituals surrounding tea and exchanging name cards. This book not only deciphers the traditional behaviors that have shaped Japanese society but also connects them to their modern expressions, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the unique Japanese way of thinking and behaving.
Product Specification
Author: Boye Lafayette De Mente
Title: In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette
Content: 70 essays on Japanese cultural forms "Kata"
Focus: Japanese etiquette, character, and daily communication
Format: Detailed analysis of cultural mannerisms and their origins, nature, usage, and influence in Japanese life.
