concept   speaking
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, speaking with humility and indirectness, as well as showing respect for others, is highly valued, while silence is viewed as a form of respect.
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1 public speaking Japan Public speaking is less emphasized and may be seen as a less important skill compared to other forms of communication and expression. 1
2 public speaking Japan Public speaking is less emphasized and may be seen as less important in traditional education, with a greater focus on group harmony and non-verbal communication. 1
3 public speaking Japan Public speaking is often perceived as less important and the emphasis is more on group harmony and consensus-building rather than individual expression in public settings. 1
4 public speaking Japan Public speaking in political communication often involves a more reserved and humble approach, with emphasis on humility and group harmony. 1
5 speak Japan Speaking modestly and using indirect communication is highly valued, especially in hierarchical relationships. 1
6 speak Japan It is polite to speak softly and avoid drawing attention to oneself in public settings. 1
7 speak Japan Speaking with restraint and humility is valued, especially when interacting with elders or superiors. 1
8 speak Japan Silence is often valued as a sign of respect and listening attentively is considered more important than speaking. 1
9 speak Japan Silence is often valued in social interactions, and it is important to gauge the appropriate timing for speaking. 1
10 speaking Japan Speaking with humility and indirectness is often valued in professional settings. 1
11 speaking Japan Emphasis on speaking with politeness and indirectness, while respecting hierarchical relations and group harmony. 1
12 speaking Japan Speaking with humility and consideration for others is valued, and overtly confident or assertive speech may be seen as impolite or arrogant. 1
13 speaking Japan Silence and listening are considered important aspects of communication, and speaking out of turn can be seen as disruptive or impolite. 1
14 speech Japan Silence and nonverbal communication are often valued, and speaking less is considered a sign of respect and humility. 1
15 speech Japan Maintaining harmony and respecting social hierarchy are prioritized, so public speech often involves careful consideration of others' feelings and opinions. 1
16 speech Japan Silence is valued as a form of respect during conversations 1
17 speech Japan Silence is often valued more than speaking, and listening carefully before speaking is seen as a sign of respect. 1