Femininity

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the women have control of housework. �@�@�@�@I had encountered to see the different aspects of gender role in two societies. These two societies have their own values and beliefs that keep the man and the women different. However, the role of man is somewhat similar, though women have no similarities in a large scale. In Japan, women are considered to be gentle, modest, marry and take up housekeeping, support the entire family in any circumstances, and always graceful. One of the differences between two societies is the role of women at work. Japanese women who work at the firm are called �gOL,�h which is the abbreviation of �goffice lady.�h Their role at the company is occupied with routine business such as making copies, serving green teas, go on an errand, cleaning up the desks, and throwing out the trash. This is the cultural norm of Japanese society. Women are not assigned to do jobs that carry responsibilities and efforts. They are not considered to be liable for important ...

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