Naoko FUJIKURA
   Department   Kyoto University of Foreign Studies  Department of Global Tourism, Faculty of Global Engagement
   Position   Professor
Language Japanese
Publication Date 2017/05
Type Other research activities
Title "May I take your order?"-- Expressions for Hospitality English
Contribution Type Single author
Journal The Association of Teaching English Through Media Nishi-Nihon Chapter HP http://www.atem.org/kansai/
Journal TypeJapan
Details An article on the film "A League of One's Own" (1992) for Association of Teaching English Through Media Nishi-Nihon Chapter HP. Explained the differences between Japanese "Omotenashi" and American "Hospitality." Observed the cultural differences in expectations of the guests and customers and how they are treated in each country. Taking examples from the scenes from the movie "Waitress," hospitality English expressions and cultural differences were explained.