There are many striking contrasts between schools in the United States and Japan such as their views and visions on education. The central purpose for education in Japan has been for “building national unity, developing a technically competent labor force, and identifying and educating its future leaders. (p. 12)” While the American education system was intended more on responding to “local and individual needs,” and enhancing the “efficiency and enjoyment of the individual. (p.12)” Overall, Japanese students receive a far superior education than American students for many reasons such as, Japanese students put more time and effort towards education and have a higher motivation for educational achievement. Japanese students devote more time
