Part 2 Trends and Developments in Cultural Policies
Chapter 8 Measures for Cultural Promotion
Section 3: Japanese Language Policies in Accordance with the Times
2. Japanese Language Dissemination and Education
The Agency for Cultural Affairs has produced a series of videotapes that employs audio and visual effects to teach and disseminate the Japanese language. The series is titled Utsukushiku Yutaka na Kotoba wo Mezashite (Towards a Beautiful and Rich Japanese Language). It serves to stimulate thought about language by including simple explanations of various language issues.
The Agency also holds research council meetings on Japanese language issues and conducts public opinion surveys regarding people's perceptions of the Japanese language (See Figure 2-8-4 ).
Figure 2-8-4 Opinions on Foreign Loanwords Used in Publicity Materials and Pamphlets of Government Offices and Other Public Offices
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