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I had my first real conversation with a Japanese. It was my first, and proved to be my last, for many days.
I am discovering tliat the amazing friendliness and kindliness of the Japanese does not imply a readiness for meaningful encounter. There is, of course, the language barrier. My fellow passenger spoke English well. But after one month in the country, I have met only one other Japanese who has achieved real competence
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