Us and Them
An Intercultural Communication Textbook for Japanese University Students and Their Teachers
Tony silva
This book can be downloaded and read in iBooks on your Mac or iOS device.
Description
An Intercultural Communication Textbook for Japanese University Students and their Teachers. An in-depth look at the way language and culture affect interaction between Japanese and non-Japanese. While designed as a textbook, useful for anyone interested in Japan or intercultural interaction.
Customer Reviews
For students, business people or travelers to Japan
This is an easy-to-understand fast-read about some basic differences between the Japanese and Western cultures. While created primarily for use in English-based intercultural communication classes in Japanese universities, it is equally suited for use as a textbook in a Western high school or university or even as basic primer for homestay students, travelers, or business people going to Japan.
Table of Contents:
Chapter Zero - Getting Started
Chapter One - Language and Culture
Chapter Two - Individuals and Groups
Chapter Three - Equality and Hierarchy
Chapter Four - Formal vs. Informal
Chapter Five - Harmony: 和 (Wa)
Chapter Six - Content and Form
Chapter Seven - Communication Patterns
Chapter Eight - School and Education
Chapter Nine - Work
Chapter Ten - Party Time
Chapter Eleven - Marriage and Family
Chapter Twelve - Space and Touching
Chapter Thirteen - National Identity
Chapter Fourteen - Conflict, Resolution, and Responsibility
Chapter Fifteen - Culture Shock
Chapter Sixteen - Conclusion
Social, educational, situational, and value differences are all aspects of the culture the author touches upon. Each chapter starts with a reading and ends with some comprehension and thought-provoking questions, and there is a handy glossary of Japanese-English vocabulary at the back.
The e-book format makes it particularly handy for busy travelers, business people, and students.

- $8.99
- Category: Education
- Published: May 24, 2011
- Publisher: Lulu.com
- Seller: Lulu Enterprises, Inc.
- Print Length: 1 Pages
- Language: English
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