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Errik Setiyabudi .S
Cindy Denty .P
Intan Puspa Yunita
Sheradika Intan .R
Zuana Kristiaji

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Do you know that

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It is SAKURA.
Sakura is the symbol of
JAPAN..

JAPAN
DO YOU KNOW ABOUT
JAPAN?

JAPAN

Japan is the one of big country in the

world. The Japanese names for Japan
are Nippon. Japan has more than 3,000
islands located in the Pacific Ocean on
the east coast of Asia. Japan is a
leading nation in scientific research,
particularly technology, machinery and
biomedical research. Nearly 700,000
researchers share a US$130 billion
research and development budget, the
third largest in the world. Japan is a
world leader in fundamental scientific
research, having produced fifteen

1. Body language , inform alspeaking.

There are m any w ays people com m unicate w ith
Japanese people around them , there are :

S ittin g & S tan d in g

W hen speaking w ith som eone,
a). D o not leave hands in pockets.
b). D o not stand w ith legs crossed over the other.
c). D o not lean against a w allor door.
d). D o not sit w ith the ankle over the knee. M ay
sit w ith legs crossed at the ankles or knees.
e). D o not stick legs out in front on one either on
tatam ior in a chair.
f). D o not sit in a w ay that show s the soles of
your shoes
g). Sit on the edge of a chair or sofa to show
respect. Leaning back show s fam iliarity.

Emotions & Communication

When is a smile not a smile?

The Japanese smile to communicate various
emotions: anger, embarrassment, sadness,
and disappointment. Interpretation depends
on context.
Eye contact is thought of as rude in Japan.
They will often look down at their shoes
or off in the air. Take care to not stare.
Silence in Japan is golden and is often used
as a negotiating strategy. Do not be
tempted to jump in and fill the silence.

LIFESTYLE & CLOTHING ABOUT JAPAN

Japan is a modern country in Asia.
Honestly, Japan have more technology than indonesia. Do
you know lifestyle in japan? Lets check it out.
Japan is famous for its clothing commonly called a kimono.
There are many types of kimono :
1. Kurotomesode
Kurotomesode is the most
formal kimono for married women.

2. Furisode
Furisode is the most formal kimono for unmarried
young women. Bright colorful material with striking
motifs throughout the fabric.

3. Iromuji
Iromuji is semi-formal kimono, but
can be used as a formal kimono when
iromuji has a family crest (kamon)

RULES &
TRANSPORTATION

In

Japan, cars are driven on the left

side of the road and have the driver's
seat and steering wheel on their
right side. The legal minimum age
for driving is 18 years. Road signs
and rules follow international
standards, and most signs on major
roads are in Japanese and English.
Drinking and driving is strictly
prohibited.

This is one example

of traffic signs in Japan

The train is the main means of transportation in

Japan, especially for connecting the major towns
and commuter transport means in large cities like
Tokyo and Osaka. Seven regional railway company
called the Japanese or Japan Railways, covering
most of the towns and villages in Japan. In addition
to Japan Railways, there is also a private railway
companies, local governments, and private
ventures with local governments.

How they find health care

When you visit a hospital

or clinic, you will need to
show your health
insurance card. If you
don't have one, you will
probably be charged a
nominal fee. Otherwise,

Hospital

clinic

HOW THEY TREAT THE

SICK PEOPLE

The

health care system in Japan provides

health care services, including screening
examinations, prenatal care and
infectious disease control, with the patient
accepting responsibility for 30% of these
costs while the government pays the
remaining 70%. Payment for personal
medical services is offered through a
universal health care insurance system that
provides relative equality of access, with fees
set by a government committee.

People without insurance through employers

can participate in a national health insurance
programme administered by local governments.
Patients are free to select physicians or
facilities of their choice and cannot be denied
coverage. Hospitals, by law, must be run as
non-profit and be managed by physicians. Forprofit corporations are not allowed to own or
operate hospitals. Clinics must be owned and
operated by physicians.

Any question ?????