Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette: Kata as the Key to Understanding the Japanese, De Mente Boye Lafayette

In Japan: A Guide to Traditions, Customs and Etiquette veteran Japanologist Boye Lafayette De Mente unlocks the mysteries of Kata--the cultural forms that shape and define Japanese etiquette, character, and world view to this day.

These forms are responsible for creating the unique traits and talents which distinguish the Japanese people. Kata governs virtually all interactions in Japan and remains the key to understanding Japanese customs, business etiquette, and daily communication.

De Mentes 70 essays include:

• The Art of Bowing

• The Importance of the Apology

• The Compulsion for Quality

• Exchanging Name Cards

• The Dangers of Speaking English

• The Ritual of Tea