A belief is an internal feeling that something is true, even though that belief may be unproven or irrational. eg I believe that walking under a ladder brings bad luck, or I believe that there is life after death.
A value is a measure of the worth or importance a person attaches to something; our values are often reflected in the way we live our lives. eg I value freedom of speech, or I value my family.
A practice or attitude is the way a person expresses or applies their beliefs and values, and is expressed through words and behavior. eg I get really upset when I hear about cruelty to children and animals, or I will glare at some who is talking on their phone on the train
A value is a measure of the worth or importance a person attaches to something; our values are often reflected in the way we live our lives. eg I value freedom of speech, or I value my family.
A practice or attitude is the way a person expresses or applies their beliefs and values, and is expressed through words and behavior. eg I get really upset when I hear about cruelty to children and animals, or I will glare at some who is talking on their phone on the train
Japanese Values and Beliefs
What are some examples of Japanese cultural values and beliefs?
Take 5 minutes in your group to brainstorm as many values and beliefs that most Japanese have as you can.
For example, most Japanese people believe social level is important and value the relationships and think it is very important to society. Write your group’s ideas in the box below.
Take 5 minutes in your group to brainstorm as many values and beliefs that most Japanese have as you can.
For example, most Japanese people believe social level is important and value the relationships and think it is very important to society. Write your group’s ideas in the box below.
Japanese Belief Practices
What are some examples of the attitudes that Japanese people have to express values and beliefs?
Take 5 minutes in your group to write down some of the attitudes that Japanese people have to express the beliefs and values you listed in the box below. For example, most Japanese believe social level is important so they practice senpai/kohai relationships to express this.
Take 5 minutes in your group to write down some of the attitudes that Japanese people have to express the beliefs and values you listed in the box below. For example, most Japanese believe social level is important so they practice senpai/kohai relationships to express this.
Origins of Japanese Beliefs
Where do our values and beliefs and attitudes come from?
Take 5 minutes in your group to brainstorm possible origins for people's values and beliefs; for example, many of us learn values and beliefs from our family members. Write your group’s thoughts in the box below.
Take 5 minutes in your group to brainstorm possible origins for people's values and beliefs; for example, many of us learn values and beliefs from our family members. Write your group’s thoughts in the box below.