Hofstede Model Indulgence vs. Restraint

 Hello guys,


Today I will be talking about Hofstede model which compares indulgence and restraint in different cultures.  When it comes to Japan, Hofstede classifies it as a restrained culture. To be more restrained can be shown in multiple different aspects of life. The main parts which we also discussed in class were for example; Happiness & Attitude, Leisure Time, Friendships. 

I was not suprised at all by the fact that Hofstede gave Japan a score which reflect the restrained cultures. I think its shown very obvious in living here. Japan has extremely strict social norms which the people follow. When comparing it to a country like USA which is extremely different you see the culture differences very easily. Maybe because tourist are not following the social norms some Japanese hate gaijins D:

When comparing to Sweden the differences are also quite big. Swedes are indulgent people. The biggest difference in the previously mentioned examples is for me leisure. In Sweden we se free time off work as extremely important and essential. In my previous workplace as soon as the clock hit 16:30 and the phone line closed I was out the door in 1 minute. In Sweden we also smile a lot to other people. However we dont do it because we are happy. We do it as a sign of greeting when you dont want to talk to someone. A smile and a quick nod is enough which is very nice hahah.

I hope you liked my post. 

Kind regards

William

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