High-Context vs. Low-Context: The Foundation of Japanese Communication
April 23, 2025Culture
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- Japan: The Quintessential High-Context Culture
- Low-Context Communication: The Western Approach
- How This Affects Your Daily Interactions in Japan
- Practical Applications of High-Context Understanding
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Can a foreigner ever fully adapt to high-context communication?
- Do Japanese people expect foreigners to understand high-context communication?
- Are there situations in Japan where low-context communication is preferred?
- How can I signal that I need more explicit communication?
- Practical Takeaways