LCCN
2016-461724
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"The material is, for most part, very well-written and researched, which is not surprising given the extensive experience of both the author and the editor. [...] Their writing exemplifies a certain type of professionalism which is absent in many informal blogs on Japanese culture." -- Self Taught Japanese blog, Etiquette in Japan is very important. When should you bow and how deep should it be? This guide will help avoid social blunders, providing helpful advice on proper behavior in a variety of situations, such as on public transportation and in restaurants, temples, and more. -- Library Journal , If you'll be visiting Tokyo for the 2020 Olympics, this guide to Japan makes a good travel companion, ensuring you're up to date on polite behavior and customs. It's not enough just to know the language; an etiquette guide helps make sure you aren't accidentally using rude gestures, impolite slang, or insults. -- Trips to Discover , An absolutely essential read for anyone who wants to learn more about Japan's culture...I give this book five enthusiastic stars! -- Nix the Norm blog, "Quick read with lots of interesting tid bits. Not only are rituals explored but also the ideas behind the rituals, so you learn about the behavior and the spirit of the Japanese." -- Goodreads, "The material is, for the most part, very well-written and researched, which is not surprising given the extensive experience of both the author and the editor. [...] Their writing exemplifies a certain type of professionalism which is absent in many informal blogs on Japanese culture." -- Self Taught Japanese blog, Quick read with lots of interesting tidbits. Not only are rituals explored but also the ideas behind the rituals, so you learn about the behavior and the spirit of the Japanese. -- Goodreads , "If you'll be visiting Tokyo for the 2020 Olympics, this guide to Japan makes a good travel companion, ensuring you're up to date on polite behavior and customs. It's not enough just to know the language; an etiquette guide helps make sure you aren't accidentally using rude gestures, impolite slang, or insults." -- Trips to Discover, The chapters in this book are nice and compact and often preceded by a black-and-white page-wide photograph of the topic discussed. This makes the book easy to read, also because the clear writing style of the book makes it easy to digest the often complex etiquette of the country. -- The Travel Tester blog , "The chapters in this book are nice and compact and often preceded by a black-and-white page-wide photograph of the topic discussed. This makes the book easy to read, also because the clear writing style of the book makes it easy to digest the often complex etiquette of the country." -- The Travel Tester blog, The material is, for the most part, very well-written and researched, which is not surprising given the extensive experience of both the author and the editor. [...] Their writing exemplifies a certain type of professionalism which is absent in many informal blogs on Japanese culture. -- Self Taught Japanese blog , "An absolutely essential read for anyone who wants to learn more about Japan's culture...I give this book five enthusiastic stars!" -- Nix the Norm blog, "Etiquette in Japan is very important. When should you bow and how deep should it be? This guide will help avoid social blunders, providing helpful advice on proper behavior in a variety of situations, such as on public transportation and in restaurants, temples, and more." -- Library Journal, "The material is, for most part, very well-written and researched, which is not surprising given the extensive experience of both the author and the editor. [...] Their writing exemplifies a certain type of professionalism which is absent in many informal blogs on Japanese culture." - Self Taught Japanese blog, The material is, for most part, very well-written and researched, which is not surprising given the extensive experience of both the author and the editor. [...] Their writing exemplifies a certain type of professionalism which is absent in many inf|9784805313619|, "Quick read with lots of interesting tid bits. Not only are rituals explored but also the ideas behind the rituals, so you learn about the behavior and the spirit of the Japanese." - Goodreads, "Quick read with lots of interesting tidbits. Not only are rituals explored but also the ideas behind the rituals, so you learn about the behavior and the spirit of the Japanese." -- Goodreads
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Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
915.204
Intended Audience
Trade
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
Farewell to faux pas! Minding your manners is an acquired skill, but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan . An inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on Japanese business etiquette assists readers traveling to Japan for business. Although often overshadowed by a modern facade, long-standing traditional aspects of Japan's culture still influence the country and almost everyone in it. Concrete evidence of this traditional culture can be seen everywhere--in the ancient arts and crafts that are still essentiasl parts of everyday life, in the many shrines and temples that dot the nation, and in the recent comeback of traditional fashions such as kimono and yakata robes. To many Western visitors, however, the most obvious example of this traditional culture's strength is the unique etiquette of the Japanese. Like many nations, Japan has experienced vast political, social, and economic change over the past century. But enough of Japan's traditional etiquette remains to set the Japanese apart socially and psychologically and to make success in socializing and doing business with them a unique challenge for Westerners. About this new version: This updated and expanded edition of the best-selling Japanese etiquette guide addresses not just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or shaking hands, bathrooms and public baths--but also what to do when entertaining Japanese dinner guests, attending a Japanese tea ceremony, taking the subway, and much more! It also provides the latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related words and expressions used by Japanese today. Two new chapters address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger generation of Japanese who are now increasingly cosmopolitan--but still very Japanese!, Farewell to faux pas Minding your manners is an acquired skill, but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan . An inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on Japanese business etiquette assists readers traveling to Japan for business. Although often overshadowed by a modern facade, long-standing traditional aspects of Japan's culture still influence the country and almost everyone in it. Concrete evidence of this traditional culture can be seen everywhere--in the ancient arts and crafts that are still essentiasl parts of everyday life, in the many shrines and temples that dot the nation, and in the recent comeback of traditional fashions such as kimono and yakata robes. To many Western visitors, however, the most obvious example of this traditional culture's strength is the unique etiquette of the Japanese. Like many nations, Japan has experienced vast political, social, and economic change over the past century. But enough of Japan's traditional etiquette remains to set the Japanese apart socially and psychologically and to make success in socializing and doing business with them a unique challenge for Westerners. About this new version: This updated and expanded edition of the best-selling Japanese etiquette guide addresses not just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or shaking hands, bathrooms and public baths--but also what to do when entertaining Japanese dinner guests, attending a Japanese tea ceremony, taking the subway, and much more It also provides the latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related words and expressions used by Japanese today. Two new chapters address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger generation of Japanese who are now increasingly cosmopolitan--but still very Japanese, A long-running bestseller, Etiquette Guide to Japan has already helped generations of visiting business professionals and tourists negotiate the complexities of Japanese culture. Now completely revised and updated, this new edition reflects the most recent changes in Japanese etiquette and business practices. Drawing on their combined decades of experience working and living in Japan, authors Boyé Lafayette De Mente and Geoff Botting provide an insider's look at this delightful but sometimes puzzling nation. From knowing when to bow and when to shake hands to how to behave in public baths, at tea ceremonies, and on the subway, De Menté and Botting answer all the most common questions.
LC Classification Number
BJ2007.J33D4 2015
ebay_catalog_id
4
Copyright Date
2015
