CULTURE
Here’s Why Kyoto Schools Are No Longer Bossing Students Around at Exam Time
Kyoto schools have made a change to hallroom announcements, acknowledging that "please" and "thank you" are indeed the magic words
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CULTURE
Kyoto schools have made a change to hallroom announcements, acknowledging that "please" and "thank you" are indeed the magic words
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