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    Author: janneep

    Heitor from Brazil

    Heitor came to Finland in August 2018 as an exchange student. He had lot of other countries to go exchange but he chose to come here because…… Read more “Heitor from Brazil”

    March 17, 2019March 17, 2019 by janneep

    Interview from the Republic of Turkey

    What is special in your home country? Food is especially good. Nature and climate is also very nice, although the summers can be a little too hot (and…… Read more “Interview from the Republic of Turkey”

    February 12, 2019 by janneep

    MovementJapan is back

    MovementJapan is back! During this 5-month break, we have gained a tremendous amount of new ideas, deepened cooperation with the University of Turku and we have become…… Read more “MovementJapan is back”

    December 22, 2018December 27, 2018 by janneep

    Ways to learn about cultures

    1.)  Read online news sources. Choose what culture or cultures you would like to learn more about. Subscribe to newspapers from that culture online to know more about…… Read more “Ways to learn about cultures”

    June 26, 2018June 26, 2018 by janneep

    Ways to understand cultural differences

    It can be very easy to stick with what you know, rather than trying to meet people who are different from you. However, actively trying to understand…… Read more “Ways to understand cultural differences”

    June 17, 2018June 17, 2018 by janneep

    Reasons to learn about cultures

    1. Other Cultures are Interesting First of all, it’s interesting to learn about those who are different from you. There’s nothing wrong with doing something just because…… Read more “Reasons to learn about cultures”

    June 11, 2018June 11, 2018 by janneep

    Japan’s crime

    Japan is often considered slightly odd compared to other countries. Its economic success, distinct culture and disciplined population has made Japan rather unique, and produced one of the lowest crime…… Read more “Japan’s crime”

    June 3, 2018June 3, 2018 by janneep

    Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan

    Japan’s two major religions are Shintoism and Buddhism. Although, religion is not a part of everyday life for Japanese people. Customs and rituals are usually turned to…… Read more “Shintoism and Buddhism in Japan”

    May 27, 2018May 27, 2018 by janneep

    Geishas

    Geisha is written 芸者 in Japanese Kanji. The word 芸 “Gei” means arts, and 者 “sha” means person in Japanese. It is also known as 芸子 “Geiko”,…… Read more “Geishas”

    May 16, 2018May 16, 2018 by janneep

    What is culture?

    The goal of our project is the better cultural understanding. This is a topic that has always been important, but at the moment and in future it…… Read more “What is culture?”

    May 5, 2018May 14, 2018 by janneep

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