concept   punishment
culture   East Asia
statement   In East Asian culture, punishment is aimed at restoring harmony and upholding societal norms rather than seeking retribution.

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1 public executions North Korea Public executions are used as a form of punishment and deterrence, and are sometimes carried out as a public spectacle. 1
2 punishing South Korea Punishing is often seen as a way to maintain social harmony and uphold societal norms in China, Japan, and South Korea. 1
3 punishment South Korea Punishment is often focused on restoring harmony and saving face, rather than solely seeking retribution for wrongdoing. 1