The Culture of Respect in Japan

The culture of respect is one of the most important values in Japanese society. This video explores how respect is deeply rooted in communication – both verbal and non-verbal – between people of varying relationships and positions. Delving into how people should be addressed, the importance of humility and even the cultural norm to queue for the train, this is a fun and fact-filled resource for introducing key aspects of Japanese culture to beginner language learners.