Japanese Girls and Women

Alice Mabel Bacon was a teacher and writer who spent several years living in Japan and teaching at the American Mission School in Kyoto. Her interactions with Japanese girls and women as well as her observations of Japanese society inspired her to write this book as a way to share her experiences and shed light on the lives of Japanese women at that time. Key themes and topics explored in Japanese Girls and Women include: Education and Upbringing: The book discusses the educational opportunities and experiences available to Japanese girls and women during that era. It covers topics such as the curriculum teacher-student relationships and the importance of education for womens advancement. Marriage and Family Life: Bacon provides insights into the customs and traditions related to marriage and family life in Japanese society. She discusses arranged marriages marital roles and the dynamics of family relationships. Social Etiquette and Customs: The book delves into various aspects of Japanese social etiquette manners and customs. It discusses traditional rituals festivals and the cultural practices that were important to Japanese girls and women. Womens Work and Contributions: Bacon highlights the roles and contributions of Japanese women in different fields including arts crafts and literature. She also explores the changing roles of women as Japan underwent modernization.