- Culture shock is the feeling of confusion and discomfort experienced by someone when they suddenly find themself dealing with an unfamiliar culture, way of life or set of attitudes. Have you ever lived in or travelled to a foreign country? If yes, what surprised you the most? If no, what difficulties do you think you would face?
- What is or what do you imagine would be the hardest part about living away from Japan if you moved to another country?
- If you had to move to another country for work or study, which country do you think would be the easiest for you to adapt to? Why?
- What do you imagine is the hardest part about living in Japan for foreign people? Why?
- Have you ever felt confused or shocked by the actions of a foreign person in Japan? Have you ever heard complaints on the news about tensions with individuals or groups coming to Japan to settle or work?
- Many Japanese people have children abroad when on a work placement and come back to Japan with "returnee" kids. Has anyone in your family or neighborhood had to go through the process of returning to Japan after a number of years abroad? What do you think the positives and negatives were for them, being able to experience two cultures?