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No Words Needed: The Role of Bowing and Nodding in Japanese Daily Life

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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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“道”(doh)-The Japanese Way of Life and Growth – Part 1

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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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