Most Japanese schools allocate time for students to clean school buildings, including classrooms, stairs, and even toilets. However, this practice is very unfamiliar in many countries where schools typically hire employees for cleaning duties. So, why do students clean in Japanese schools? This article explores the concept of “cleaning time” […]
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In Japan, schools offer special extracurricular activities known as “bukatsu,” which take place after school, on weekends, and even during vacations. These clubs aren’t just for high school and university students; middle schools and sometimes even elementary schools have them too. In this article, we will find out why “bukatsu”
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In Indian preschools and in grades 1 and 2 of primary schools, there is a “snack time” at around 10 a.m. However, in Japan, snack time is typically observed only in nursery. Diving into snack time and its connection to learning, this article reveals how Japanese and Indian schools
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The Japanese educational system has unique characteristics compared to many other countries. For instance, school lunches, student promotion, cleaning, club activities, and group behavior are some of the interesting elements of Japanese school education. These elements are closely tied to Japanese society and culture, providing an education that is unique
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