Japanese Propriety, Past and Present Disciplined Liberalism

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Synopsis

This book thus offers a fresh view on Japanese society focussing on the role of comportment for group cohesiveness. It explores the stereotype that Japan is the world’s most polite country, examining how proper conduct is acquired and expressed, and how the apparent conflict with some of the concepts considered essential for Western modernity, such as society, freedom and the individual, are balanced with Japan’s great emphasis on courtesy, politeness and civility. By comparing the present situation in Japan with behavioural standards of former periods as well as with other cultural traditions the book explains some of the distinctive features of present-day Japanese society. Overall the book argues that Japan is a prime example of multiple modernities concerning individuals, collectives and relationships between state and society.

Book details

Series:
Routledge Contemporary Japan Series
Author:
Florian Coulmas
ISBN:
9781000885897
Related ISBNs:
9781003372394, 9781032444802, 9781032444789
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
156
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2023-05-31
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2023
Copyright by:
Florian Coulmas 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Social Studies