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181: A problematic otaku dictionary and the Japanese approach to sitting

Deep Dive from The Japan Times

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Sitting Culture in Japan and its Impact

This chapter delves into the history and cultural significance of sitting on chairs versus sitting on the floor, focusing on Japan. The speakers discuss different sitting positions, their personal sitting preferences and experiences in various countries. They explore the impact of not having a strong floor sitting culture in countries like Canada and the US, and discuss solutions for comfortable sitting, as well as the relationship between sitting culture and architecture in Japan.

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