JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ The Story of Maneki Neko: How Japan’s Lucky Cat Became a Symbol of Good Fortune ~ Gold: brings moneyWhite: brings good luck and healthBlack: avoid bad luckPink: brings luck in love Summary “Maneki-neko” is a Japanese figurine believed to bring good fortune, often seen with one paw raised to invite […]
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Japan Is One of the Most High Context Cultures in the World ~ Summary Japan is one of the most high-context cultures in the world, where much communication relies on unspoken meanings, shared understanding, and non-verbal cues instead of explicit words. This contrasts with low context cultures like Sweden,
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Why Do Japanese People Display “Daruma“? Discover the Meaning Behind Japan’s Lucky Charm ~ Summary “Daruma” is a traditional Japanese good luck charm that symbolizes perseverance and goal setting. People paint in one eye when making a wish and complete the other eye once the wish comes true.
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Understanding Japan’s Unique Blood Type Personality Theory: A Fun Cultural Guide ~ Type AMethodical and serious:Type A people are good at paying attention to details and planning things out. They have a strong sense of responsibility and often act cautiously. Perfectionist:They tend to seek perfection and try to avoid mistakes
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~Why Do Japanese People Bow and Nod So Much?Understanding Japan’s Unique Non-Verbal Culture~ High context culture: A high context culture is one where people rely heavily on non-verbal cues, shared experiences, and implied meanings to communicate, rather than saying everything directly with words. In such cultures, understanding often depends on the
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ What we can learn from “Wabi sabi” ~ Summary “Wabi sabi” is a Japanese way of seeing beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and the natural aging of things, teaching us to appreciate simplicity and the fleeting moments of life.
JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~ Understanding the Beauty of Imperfection: “Wabi sabi” in Everyday Life ~ Summary “Wabi sabi” is a Japanese way of seeing beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and the natural aging of things, teaching us to appreciate simplicity and the fleeting moments of life.
JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~The meaning of our name ‘Minto’~ ↓Check the meaning of “doh“
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JAPAN IN ONE MINUTE ~A cultural path of respect, harmony and personal development~ In Japanese culture, the word “道”, pronounced “do” (doh) or sometimes “to” (toh), literally means “way” or “path.” But beyond this, it carries a deeper spiritual and philosophical meaning. In Japanese tradition, “do” is the philosophical path behind many disciplines. You’ll find
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