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15 Impact Issues - An International Relationship
prejudice (vs. discrimination)
外国臭い
xenophobia
NIMBY (not in my back yard)
multi-cultural
visa
“half”
ethnic purity
ethnic cleansing
visa
caste
racist
bigot

How would you describe Sachiko’s problem?
What is your advice for Sachiko? For Amir? For Sachiko’s family?
How do you think Amir’s family feels about their son’s situation?
In this situation, how important is “love”? (Your opinion.)
Advantages / Disadvantages of international marriages. Biggest of each.
What about you? Your family?
If you were going to marry a person from another country, would you prefer to live in Japan or in his/her country? Explain and discuss.
Sachiko says Amir will not “fit in” Japanese society. What does she mean? What do you think?
Few countries make “international relationships” as big an issue as does Japan. Why do you think this is?
Personal experiences and stories
Role play