{"id":7328857817238,"title":"Decoding the Japanese Mind through Expressions (English Edition)","handle":"decoding-the-japanese-mind-through-expressions-english-edition","description":"This fascinating top seller for over ten years has now been published in English. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is designed to help students learn about Japanese sensibilities and culture through explanations of commonly used words and phrases such as “kejime” (distinction), “seken” (world, society), and “kuki wo yomu” (read the air, read the room). It also explains many of the life values that Japanese people have long held important, such as “bushidou” (the way of the warrior) and “wabi-sabi” (an aesthetic sense in Japanese art).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are seven main chapters covering topics like “uchi to soto”, being aware of the eyes of others, respecting relationships, restraining your expressions, Japanese values, and spiritualism. Each phrase is introduced with an explanation, and then there are several examples of its use before a deeper look at the history of the phrases.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot only has the book been translated into English for the first time, but the terminology and explanations have been revised to reflect changes in Japanese society in the ten years since the first edition was released. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, additional explanations and new sections have been added to help the reader understand more about Japanese culture. Some of these additions include information about the origin of the phrase “kashikomarimashita” and also how “kangaeteokimasu” can be used to decline invitations and requests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA perfect book for anyone wanting to gain a deeper understanding of Japan and its culture, and a handy supplementary tool for those who teach Japanese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7 chapters, each covering 3-6 important expressions and the usage and culture of them\u003cbr\u003eIndex of all expressions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for you if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou are interested in Japanese culture\u003cbr\u003eYou want to learn more about the history and culture of certain important Japanese expressions\u003cbr\u003eYou like learning about Japanese culture in English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Title: Decoding the Japanese Mind through Expressions (日本人の心がわかる日本語:英訳版)\u003cbr\u003ePages: 151\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-486639455-8\u003cbr\u003eBook Size: A5\u003cbr\u003eLanguages: English and Japanese\u003cbr\u003ePublication Date: December 20, 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like this, you might like:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/omgjapan.com\/products\/nihongo-notes-vol-1-language-and-culture?_pos=14\u0026amp;_sid=ec8939faa\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNihongo Notes Volume 1, Language and Culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/omgjapan.com\/products\/meshiagare-a-culinary-journey-through-advanced-japanese?_pos=36\u0026amp;_sid=ec8939faa\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMeshiagare – A Culinary Journey through Advanced Japanese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/omgjapan.com\/products\/japan-up-close-15-lessons-on-society-and-culture-in-japanese?_pos=6\u0026amp;_sid=d47cbd022\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJapan Up Close: 15 Lessons on Society and Culture in Japanese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e","published_at":"2022-01-12T11:42:48","created_at":"2022-01-12T11:33:26","vendor":"ASK","type":"Language","tags":["Japanese Level_Beginner","JLPT Level_N5","new_JLB","printed-matter","Subject_Communication","Subject_Conversation","Vendor_ASK"],"price":2399,"price_min":2399,"price_max":2399,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":true,"all_variant_ids":[41314777694358],"variants":[{"id":41314777694358,"product_id":7328857817238,"product_handle":"decoding-the-japanese-mind-through-expressions-english-edition","title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"9784866394558","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"image_id":null,"available":true,"name":"Decoding the Japanese Mind through Expressions (English Edition) - 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