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Discover Japan: A Cross-Cultural Exploration

Join us on an insightful journey to Japan, the Land of the Rising Sun! This presentation will cover key aspects of Japanese geography, culture, and history, including its stunning landscapes, official language, and unique customs. Learn about the beautiful balance between tradition and modernity in cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. Our interactive quiz will test your knowledge of Japan, while we’ll also highlight essential tips for visitors. Experience the essence of Japan through our collaborative group effort!

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Discover Japan: A Cross-Cultural Exploration

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  1. Cross-Cultural Presentation Introduce a country of your choice to your classmates Suzanne G. Bonn, sbonn@sugiyama-u.ac.jp Sugiyama Women’s University

  2. Requirements • Work in a group of 3 • Choose a country (confirm with Suzanne) • Use PowerPoint to create 7 slides • Research country information in English using the Internet • Give an 8-10min. oral presentation – all members must speak • Use English when working with your partners!

  3. Here’s an example…

  4. Japan – Land of the Rising Sun A short cross-cultural introduction Presenter: Suzanne Bonn Date: December 10, 2007

  5. Geography • Japan Sea and Pacific Ocean • 4 main islands, 47 prefectures • Capital: Tokyo • Historical cities: Kyoto, Nara, Hiroshima, Nagasaki • 75% of the country is mountainous and uninhabitable

  6. People • Population: approx. 128,000,000 • Official Language: Japanese • Religions: Shinto, Buddhism, Other • Ethnic Groups: Japanese 99%, Other 1% (Korean, Chinese, Brazilian, Filipino, Other) • Life Expectancy: 78.67 (men), 85.56 (women)

  7. Cross-Cultural Facts • Bowing • Shoes • Nose blowing • Slurping noodles • Gift-giving

  8. Quiz • Name 4 prefectures that start with the letter ‘O’. Oita, Okayama, Okinawa, Osaka • Why do Japanese slurp their noodles? To show they enjoy the taste • True or False: The Japanese blow their nose in public. False • What kind of shoes should you wear in Japan? Easy to take off and put on • True or False: When a funeral car passes, Japanese people hide their thumbs. True

  9. Recommended Website Check out: http://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/ Japan National Tourist Organization

  10. Sources • CIA The World Fact Book: https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/ja.html#People • International Business Center: http://www.cyborlink.com/besite/japan.htm • Japan National Tourist Organization: http://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/ • Fun Facts: http://marian.creighton.edu/~marian-w/academics/english/japan/trivia/funfacts.html

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