SAMURAI CULTURE ACCULTURATION IN JAPANESE LANGUAGE LEARNING

Abstract

Samurai Culture values adopted in Japanese language learning predicted having strong effects on the graduate attitudes. This study was carried out to explore how the acculturation of the values in this Japanese study program. The study employed a qualitative approach with a design of phenomenological case study. This is an in-depth investigation to obtain thorough knowledge of Samurai Culture and Japanese language learning system. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The acculturation of Samurai Culture in Japanese language learning was established both in classroom and outside teaching lecture activities. It was introduced and practiced continuously in classroom to improve student attitudes and behaviors. Human communication and interaction are applied as extra class activities, where lecturers become role models in practicing the Japanese traditions.