Japanese Family and Education

What is a typical Japanese household like?

A typical Japanese household usually consists of a mother, father, and their children. This type of family is called かぞく (ka-zo-ku). Traditionally, three-generation households were normal. Adult children lived with their parents, their spouse, and kids

How many levels does a typical Japanese child complete in school?

Schools are usually devided in four levels. Kindergarten, elementary, lower and uper secondary

What is a typical Jpanese school like?

All levels of schools will have six periods per day, with the first period usually starting after 8:30am. In Japanese elementary school, each period is 45 minutes, while in junior high and high school, each period is 50 minutes. There is typically a small break between periods. -Interac network