Japan  Culture Smart! The Essential..., Paul Norbury
Japan  Culture Smart! The Essential..., Paul Norbury
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Japan - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

Author: Paul Norbury

Narrator: Charles Armstrong

Unabridged: 3 hr 12 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/04/2021

Categories: Nonfiction, Travel, East Asia


Synopsis

The Japanese people have always seen themselves as a nation uniquely apart. Their exquisite art forms and elegant culture, military prowess and technological precision, have long been the envy of friend and foe alike. Today, even as Japan adapts to a rapidly changing world, its traditional culture and consensus-based philosophy have proved remarkably resilient. Culture Smart! Japan will broaden your perception and understanding of this complex, rich, and dynamic society. It will guide you through modern Japans shifting social and cultural maze and equip you with the tools to avoid the pitfalls of cultural misunderstanding. It provides practical tips and invaluable insights into peoples attitudes and behavior to help make your visit a more meaningful and successful experience.

About Paul Norbury

Paul Norbury is a publisher, editor, and author who has written on international business practice and procedure, with particular reference to Japan and East Asia. He has specialized in publishing books on intercultural communications. Whereas previously he has focused on explaining Asian culture to Westerners, in this book he uses his experience as a mediator and interpreter to introduce his native Britain to visitors from abroad.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dan

The perfect introduction to a culture as significant and unique as Japan's is. These guides really help you to understand what's going on around you and why people do what they do. I also like that they help you avoid offending anyone when you're there. Great new design, too!......more

my solitary and perennially socially anxious but open minded feminist ass wouldn’t last a day in Japan......more

A quick read with some good tips and tidbits about Japanese culture and etiquette.......more