concept   play
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, play is organized around educational games and group activities, emphasizing skill development and cooperation.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 play Japan There is a strong emphasis on academic achievement, and children have limited time for unstructured play. 1
2 play Japan Children's play activities often involve structured educational games and group activities focused on cooperation. 1
3 play Japan Structured group activities and educational play are emphasized, and there is a strong focus on developing skills and discipline through play. 1
4 playing Japan There is strong emphasis on organized sports and group activities, with less focus on free play and creativity. 1
5 playing Japan Traditional games like kendama, karuta, and hanetsuki are popular among children, and there is a strong emphasis on group activities and cooperation in play. 1
6 playing Japan Children are also encouraged to play, but academic achievement is highly emphasized, leading to a more structured approach to play. 1