Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions: USA and Japan Compared with @erichawkinson
Channel: Together Learning
Date: 2015-03-06

Join Professor @erichawkinson as he explores the cultural nuances between Japan and the United States using Geert Hofstede's renowned cultural dimensions. In this insightful video, Eric, an American living in Japan, shares his personal experiences and professional insights to illustrate how these two distinct cultures compare across Hofstede's dimensions of Power Distance, Individualism vs. Collectivism, Masculinity vs. Femininity, Uncertainty Avoidance, Long-Term Orientation, and Indulgence vs. Restraint. Whether you're a student of cultural studies, a professional working across these cultures, or just someone curious about cultural dynamics, this analysis will enhance your understanding of how cultural values shape societal behaviors and interpersonal interactions. Don't forget to subscribe for more discussions on cultural differences and their impacts on global interactions.  Full courses and more lessons at https://togetherlearning.com 

Video Chapters with Timestamps:
Introduction to Hofstede (00:00 - 00:48)
Power Distance Explained (00:49 - 01:40)
Individualism vs. Collectivism (01:41 - 03:10)
Uncertainty Avoidance (03:11 - 06:06)
Masculinity and Gender Roles (06:07 - 09:56)
Long-Term vs. Short-Term (09:57 - 12:20)
Indulgence vs. Restraint (12:21 - 17:17)

Geert Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions used in a comparison of Japanese and American culture. These two cultures score so very differently and are great examples of how these dimensions can sometimes work well to measure cultural aspects of a society.
Creator: http://erichawkinson.com