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The Intelligence from The Economist

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Balancing Individuality and Conformity in Japanese Education

This chapter delves into the strengths and weaknesses of the Japanese education system, emphasizing self-discipline and cooperation among students while also critiquing excessive conformity. It examines early learning experiences in preschool and the tension between maintaining individuality and academic pressure as students prepare for secondary education.

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