Paper on Japan

Team my part of the Annotated Bibliography

Abe, N., (2010). Japanese Culture. A land of incredible diversity: modern yet steep in custom

Inside Japan Tours LTD.

The author describes how culture is an important part of a language. This author believes a

change is slowly processing in Japan. A cultural reality not helping by the fact polities are

stagnant and ruling LDP coalition has been in control most of the post-war years. The

traditional cultural is slowly disappearing among the young there is a whiff of rebellion in

the air. Using personal knowledge this author states culture is changing and also affecting

the job market, which parents were brought up with the promise of a job for life and working

day and night. However, the younger generation burst this bubble in the 80s and old

certainties no longer hold true. This author strongly believes manners and custom are an

important part of many facets of Japanese life. In Japan gifts are known as omiyage, which

are important in society when meeting and greeting an individual may receive a small

welcome gift. After reaching this author it can be said Japan is a country of stark

contradictions and is in part making Japan a fascinating, unique tourist destination.

JapanZone, (1999). Cultural Japan. Living in a Japanese House a primer for newcomers.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

In this site, the author is explaining the history, culture, economy, and more. The author

touches on points with the kimono, which is a culture traditional form of clothing worn by

men and women. The living culture in Japan is essentially the study of the material culture;

technology is not that of mass production like those of Western Europe and North American.

One traditional and common feature of Japanese houses is having many sliding doors.

During ancient days, dividing rooms with screens...