Author: Roger J. Davies
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462900518
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
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 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. It 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. Next in this series: Now available separately, Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations is a fascinating journey through Japan's rich cultural history.
Japanese Mind
Author: Roger J. Davies
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462900518
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
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 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. It 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. Next in this series: Now available separately, Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations is a fascinating journey through Japan's rich cultural history.
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462900518
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
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 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. It 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. Next in this series: Now available separately, Japanese Culture: The Religious and Philosophical Foundations is a fascinating journey through Japan's rich cultural history.
An Inquiry Into the Japanese Mind as Mirrored in Literature
Author: Sōkichi Tsuda
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japan
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japan
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
The Chinese Mind
Author: Charles A. Moore
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824800758
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
What are the basic, unique characteristics of the Chinese mind, of the Chinese philosophical tradition, and of the Chinese culture based upon that thought-tradition? Here, in a series of living essays by men of exceptional competence, is an interdisciplinary approach to the essentials of Chinese philosophy and culture. These essays are selected chapters from the Proceedings of the four East-West Philosophers’ Conferences held at the University of Hawaii (1939, 1949, 1959, 1964). This volume, published jointly with the University of Hawaii Press, is one in a series of three; the two succeeding volumes will be The Indian Mind and The Japanese Mind. All are intended for the educated reader as well as for the philosophy student and scholar. Though not designed as textbooks, they will provide an excellent base for courses in this area.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824800758
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
What are the basic, unique characteristics of the Chinese mind, of the Chinese philosophical tradition, and of the Chinese culture based upon that thought-tradition? Here, in a series of living essays by men of exceptional competence, is an interdisciplinary approach to the essentials of Chinese philosophy and culture. These essays are selected chapters from the Proceedings of the four East-West Philosophers’ Conferences held at the University of Hawaii (1939, 1949, 1959, 1964). This volume, published jointly with the University of Hawaii Press, is one in a series of three; the two succeeding volumes will be The Indian Mind and The Japanese Mind. All are intended for the educated reader as well as for the philosophy student and scholar. Though not designed as textbooks, they will provide an excellent base for courses in this area.
An Inquiry Into the Japanese Mind as Mirrored in Literature
Author: Sōkichi Tsuda
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japan
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japan
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
An Inquiry Into the Japanese Mind
Author: Sōkichi Tsuda
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japanese literature
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Japanese literature
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
An Inquiry Into the Japanese Mind as Mirrored in Literature
Author: 津田左右吉
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Japanese Mind
Author: Charles A. Moore
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824800772
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
A collection of essays that provide insight into Japanese culture. This book is a great buy for anyone interested in Japan.
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
ISBN: 9780824800772
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
A collection of essays that provide insight into Japanese culture. This book is a great buy for anyone interested in Japan.
Bushido and the Art of Living
Author: Alexander Bennett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9784916055866
Category : Bushido
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
"What is Bushido? What is Budo? How are the culture and traditions of the samurai connected with the modern martial arts? Is the ancient wisdom of Japan's feudal warriors truly relevant in the twenty-first century? If so, how can it be accessed? This book addresses these questions, and is a must read not only for martial artists, but also for those who want to know more about the enigmatic Japanese mind and notions of self-identity"--Back cover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9784916055866
Category : Bushido
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
"What is Bushido? What is Budo? How are the culture and traditions of the samurai connected with the modern martial arts? Is the ancient wisdom of Japan's feudal warriors truly relevant in the twenty-first century? If so, how can it be accessed? This book addresses these questions, and is a must read not only for martial artists, but also for those who want to know more about the enigmatic Japanese mind and notions of self-identity"--Back cover.
An Inquiry Into the Japanese Mind as Mirroed in Literature
Author: Sokichi Tsuda
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 332
Book Description
Understanding the Japanese Mind
Author: James Clark Moloney
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Publisher: Greenwood
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description