{"product_id":"japans-cultural-codewords-233-key-japanese-terms-and-expressions-to-help-you-navigate-the-culture-successfully-9784805318812","title":"Japan's Cultural Codewords: 233 Key Japanese Terms and Expressions to Help You Navigate the Culture Successfully","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Boye Lafayette De Mente is a legend among writers on Japan. Other writers have directed their wisdom toward those who want to know something about Japan. De Mente's contribution has been to help those who want to do something in Japan.\" --Alex Kerr, author of \u003ci\u003eHidden Japan \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUnderstanding Japanese cultural norms can be challenging for those unfamiliar with them. Interactions may seem open and friendly at times, and more reserved or even cold and distant at others. An effective way to gain insight into the traditional Japanese mindset is through cultural codewords--key terms rich with meaning that reveal and influence the attitudes and behaviors within modern Japanese society. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThese key terms encapsulate a system of behavior that goes beyond the literal meanings of words and phrases, often requiring deeper cultural context for full comprehension. In this book, experienced Japan expert Boye Lafayette De Mente explains the nuances of 233 of the most important Japanese codewords--arranged alphabetically from \u003ci\u003eageashi\u003c\/i\u003e (\"tripping on your own tongue\") to \u003ci\u003ezenrei\u003c\/i\u003e (\"breaking the mold of the past\"). \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTogether, these terms provide valuable insights into the character and customs of one of the world's most fascinating cultures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor Boye Lafayette De Mente\u003c\/b\u003e is an author of over 30 books on Japan. As a business consultant with extensive knowledge of Japan. His first book \u003ci\u003eEtiquette Guide to Japan\u003c\/i\u003e was a pioneer in its field, became an instant bestseller, and is still widely used by modern travelers as they navigate the cultural codes of Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-10373186\"\u003eBoye Lafayette De Mente\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuttle Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/03\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 352\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.87h x 5.20w x 1.42d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9784805318812\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN10:\u003c\/b\u003e 4805318813\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-SOC\"\u003eSocial Science\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-SOC002010\"\u003eAnthropology | Cultural \u0026amp; Social\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-HIS\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-HIS021000\"\u003eAsia | Japan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-LAN\"\u003eLanguage Arts \u0026amp; Disciplines\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-LAN024000\"\u003eLinguistics | Etymology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBoye Lafayette De Mente\u003c\/b\u003e (1928-2017) was involved with Japan as a student, journalist, editor and \"low-level military spook\" for many decades starting in 1949. He is the author of over 30 books on Japan. His first book, \u003ci\u003eEtiquette Guide to Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, was a pioneer in its field and became an instant bestseller. His other bestsellers include \u003ci\u003eSurvival Japanese\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBachelor's Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, which sold over 200,000 copies worldwide. Besides writing books, De Mente worked as a business consultant helping international companies set up offices in Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eForeword by \u003cb\u003eHector Garcia\u003c\/b\u003e. Born in Spain, he has called Japan his home for more than 15 years. His popular blog kirainet.com led to his internationally successful book \u003ci\u003eA Geek In Japan\u003c\/i\u003e. Along with Francesc Miralles, he is the co-author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003eIkigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, The Ikigai Journey\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eForest Bathing.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Tuttle Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48112587407597,"sku":"9784805318812","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/files\/img_307eec89-6f88-42f8-ae59-7457664b100d.jpg?v=1752079534","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/japans-cultural-codewords-233-key-japanese-terms-and-expressions-to-help-you-navigate-the-culture-successfully-9784805318812","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}