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Do you want to prepare for going to Japan to do study abroad, internship abroad, or graduation project? Are you just interested in Japanese history, language and culture?
All students are welcome at this one-day workshop, after which you will have: an overview of how modern Japan came into being, an insight into the language and customs, and an understadning of how 'ultra modern Japan' has its roots in a highly structured, traditional society. You will also get a basic introduction to Japanese language.
Content
- Language introduction
- Japanese trivia
- Historical milestones
- National cultural dimensions (The Hofstede model of six dimensions of national culture): The Netherlands VS Japan
- Key to understanding Japanese society and people
The workshop is a combination of interactive discussion and presentation. It will include examples of Japanese arts and extracts from Japanese movies and documentaries.
Duration and time investment
7 hours including a lunch break.