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Introduction 1. Sources of Japanese identity: Historical and mythological foundations of Japan 2. The house and family system 3. Socialisation and classification 4. Community and neighborhood 5. The education system 6. Status, hierarchy, and ethnic diversity 7. Healthcare and ageing 8. Religious influences 9. Ritual and the life cycle 10. Opportunities for working life 11. Arts, entertainment, and leisure 12. Government and the craft of politics 13. The legal system and social control Conclusion