I really enjoyed this sharing, thanks! I has always been intrigued and fascinated by japanese social rules. It's hard as a western to discern what belongs to myths or what is still going on. I also hate this kind of gift wars... There's so much guilt in it! and a big fear of lack. Anyway, I think my own daikons here also come from China. :p
If possible, and with his daughter's consent, it would be a heartwarming idea to visit him at the hospital together with the hubs at some point. A visit from you two would cheer up his spirit while his consciousness still lasts. Your companionship would be the ultimate gift.
I really enjoyed this sharing, thanks! I has always been intrigued and fascinated by japanese social rules. It's hard as a western to discern what belongs to myths or what is still going on. I also hate this kind of gift wars... There's so much guilt in it! and a big fear of lack. Anyway, I think my own daikons here also come from China. :p
Glad you enjoyed!!
This is fascinating and hilarious-- I would never survive in Japan because i can’t even manage to follow the social rules here
I think Japanese have chips installed with the social norms burned in. Might happen in the womb.
It’s probably more effective if the installation happens in the pre verbal phase.
Any news from Daikon Guy? Is he still alive?
I am told by his daughter he is alive, but has had a massive stroke and is in hospital. “It is no good,” she last said to me.
I am told by his daughter he is alive, but has had a massive stroke and is in hospital. “It is no good,” she last said to me.
If possible, and with his daughter's consent, it would be a heartwarming idea to visit him at the hospital together with the hubs at some point. A visit from you two would cheer up his spirit while his consciousness still lasts. Your companionship would be the ultimate gift.
I like your thinking. Might suggest next time I see her. Thx!
This is a good thing to know if I ever go to Japan, which I want to someday.