Japan - Culture Smart! - The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture
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| Verlag | Kuperard |
| Auflage | 2020 |
| Seiten | 200 |
| Format | 17,1 x 1,6 x 17,2 cm |
| Gewicht | 206 g |
| Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
| Reihe | Culture Smart! |
| EAN | 9781787028920 |
| Bestell-Nr | 78702892UA |
Culture Smart guides help travellers have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.
Klappentext:
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.
Inhaltsverzeichnis:
Brief History - Politics - Economic Life - Traditions - Friendships & Family - Relationships - Bureaucracy - Religion - Humour - Local Holidays - Taboos - Invitations - Gifts - Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working - Communication - Negotiating - Women in Society - Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Dont - Making Friends
Rezension:
"Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers, - Sunday Times Travel"the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries, - Global Travel"full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas, - Observer"as useful as they are entertaining," - Easy Jet Magazine"offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world, - New York Times
