Maybe Japan and the Japanese have some different values than our fast charging Western world? Let me introduce the Shokunin (translated as Artisan, when you lo

Maybe Japan and the Japanese have some different values than our fast charging Western world? Let me introduce the Shokunin (translated as Artisan, when you look it up on Wikipedia, which isn't quite right). What a Shokunin produces is, sort of, the antithesis of what you can order from Temu. A rather interesting blog post[0] explaining the concept: "Shokunin is more than just a craftsperson or artisan. It represents the devotion and lifelong commitment of craftsmen who dedicate themselves to perfecting their art. They embody the values of dedication to craft, excellence in craftsmanship, and masterful work. Shokunin believe in meticulous attention to detail and uphold the highest standards of quality and skill in their work." For us Westerners it's not fathomable to work 20 years, or a lifetime, ro achieve a perfect product. Who's to say that this concept is wrong? And I think it has a lot to do with a society who believes that a 1000 year old company is not only desirable but a virtue. [0] https://tobyleon.com/blogs/art-design/shokunin-japan-artisan-craftsmanship https://tobyleon.com/blogs/art-design/shokunin-japan-artisan...