Top Book about Japanese Cooperatives (Notes from Under the Tatami Mats–45 … My Adventures in Japan)
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"The poor people of Hokkaido’s fishing villages in post-war Japan struggled to free themselves from the clutches of the usurious money lenders.”
This is the only good book on the subject. Well, actually … it’s the ONLY BOOK on the subject. But it’s pretty good.
My long-time friend Naoyuki Tao wrote the entire text in Japanese, after which he translated it into English. Then, he asked me to edit the text, which I did.
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Each time I hear that, I have to clarify that my editing is not the main reason for the quality. Without Tao-san’s engaging story-telling, his superb writing, and his great colloquial prose, I would never have been able to polish it into the fine readable book it turned out to be. (Image source)
Let’s all cooperate … and prosper
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By adopting the principles of the cooperative movement and working together for the benefit of all, they were able to develop thriving businesses and vibrant communities, all within a decade or so. And they continue to prosper – thanks to their cooperative spirit and their unwavering focus on mutual development. Tao-san, your spirit and ideals live on, in many fishing villages in Hokkaido, throughout Japan, and in various regions around the world. (Image source)
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Top 8 Possible Titles for a Great Novel about Life in Japan
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Guide – "Guide to Entries" (right-click on title)
Index– "Index" to all Chapters and Sections (right-click on title)
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Lou Reed – "Anthology of Memorable Lyrics, Part 2" (right-click on title)
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Really inspiring story! The people in Myanmar too are beginning to discover the beauty of cooperatives. There were too many trapped in the debt cycle.
Great. I understand that Myanmar must continue to develop, and one way they can do so for the benefit of all in society is to establish cooperatives. Good luck!!
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Such a nice post.i want to invite you in india because india is a good country .come and enjoy
This post is about Japan. And, re your invitation, I lived in Gurgaon over 2008-2012. That's enough of India for me, at least for now.
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Nice adventure man !!
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