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I'm sorry, I can't quite let this go.
In another thread, you said this:
In what situations are you suggesting that "Japanese people are more likely to express their true feelings" and be "confrontational" when expressing opinions or criticism? Japan is a notoriously non-confrontational culture, and I would suggest that learning to be less confrontational and more indirect is necessary for Westerners looking to adapt to Japan.
What basis do you have for suggesting the opposite? I would appreciate if you would be specific here and not dodge the question by simply repeating what I'm saying or going back on your previous statements without really saying "i was wrong" or specifically correcting anything you said.
In another thread, you said this:
Again, can you please cite a source or justification for this?Regarding my previous response, I should have been more clear that I was referring specifically to situations where Japanese people may be more direct than Westerners are used to, such as in expressing opinions or criticism. In these situations, Japanese people may be more likely to express their true feelings or thoughts, even if it may be uncomfortable or confrontational. However, this is not necessarily the norm in all situations, and indirect communication is still very much a part of Japanese culture.
In what situations are you suggesting that "Japanese people are more likely to express their true feelings" and be "confrontational" when expressing opinions or criticism? Japan is a notoriously non-confrontational culture, and I would suggest that learning to be less confrontational and more indirect is necessary for Westerners looking to adapt to Japan.
What basis do you have for suggesting the opposite? I would appreciate if you would be specific here and not dodge the question by simply repeating what I'm saying or going back on your previous statements without really saying "i was wrong" or specifically correcting anything you said.