false 161964 0 0 278003 0804832951 9780804832953 6 <![CDATA[The Japanese Mind: Understanding Contemporary Culture]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173370833m/278003.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173370833s/278003.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/278003.The_Japanese_Mind_Understanding_Contemporary_Culture 3.77 35 Among the topics explored: aimai (ambiguity), amae (dependence upon others’ benevolence), amakudari (the nation’s descent from heaven), chinmoku (silence in communication), gambari (perseverence), 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 childrearing, personal space, and the roles of women in Japanese society. Includes discussion topics and questions after each chapter.]]> 161964 3.77 35 6 2002