Learning English in Japan: Myths and Realities

by Takunori Terasawa

Multiple discourses circulate Japanese society surrounding the relationship between Japanese people and the English language. For example, 'Japanese people are the worst English speakers in Asia, ' 'Japanese women love the English language' and 'learning English leads to increased income and career opportunities.' From a sociological perspective, this book tests the veracity of these discourses, using social statistical data. The aim here is to paint...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1925608808
• ISBN13: 9781925608809
• Release Date: April 2018
• Publisher: Trans Pacific Press
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.7" x 8.6"