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It is importamt to understand the whole cultural picture of this practice: 1. Neighbors and friends are notified in advance. "If you see my daughter and she lo
by spenczar5 2y ago
It is importamt to understand the whole cultural picture of this practice:
1. Neighbors and friends are notified in advance. "If you see my daughter and she looks lost, please help her, she is doing an errand."
2. The destination is usually notified. "My daughter is coming to buy rice, let me know if she isnt there in two hours."
3. This practice is somewhat old-fashioned and rural. Many parents wouldnt consider it today.
Remember, the show was aired to a Japanese audience. If it were universal, it would not be worth televising.
- mmooss 2y agoHave you seen the show? It's often (usually?) filmed in towns, and I don't recall adults often being notified.
- watwut 2y agoIn Switzerland, 5 years old walk alone to school. In Germany 6 years old.
- musicale 2y agoTFA seems to be making the point that it could become more common in the US if the school commute were more walkable - shorter and safer from cars. I have observed many kids walking and biking to and from schools when these conditions seem to exist. Crossing guards help out for crossing busier roads near the school. However, there is also a car queue, perhaps for students who live farther away.