| # | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | academic ranking | Japan | Less emphasis on academic rankings, more focus on educational quality and reputation of individual professors | 1 |
| 2 | school ranking | Japan | School rankings are less emphasized and considered less important in the decision-making process for parents and students. | 1 |
| 3 | school rankings | Japan | School rankings are influential, and attending a highly ranked school is seen as vital for future success in education and career. | 1 |