FEATURE: Unspoken Japanese school customs effective, but challenging for some

In schools throughout Japan, unwritten rules and procedures exist that, while not explicitly outlined, have gained acceptance among educators who believe they foster a calming atmosphere among students and facilitate smoother classroom operations.But as society increasingly recognizes the importance of nurturing the unique characteristics and attributes of children as individuals, some are reevaluating their practices with a stronger focus on cognitive diversity.To an outsider, some of the customs entrenched in many Japanese schools may appear a little stringent -- examples include making s…READ FULL ARTICLE