Westernization/Americanization of Japanese Culture

Arthur Jacoby
Sheepshead Bay High School

This lesson identifies examples of the influences of Western culture in Japan and discusses ways in which Japan has responded to outside influences in the past. After a class discussion and a group activity, students are asked to make specific recommendations as to how Japan should respond to the Westernization/ Americanization of its culture. A lesson plan is included.

Lesson Plan