In 2016 Japan introduced a new Education Program
based on the following Decree issued by
Emperor Meiji in 1890
He said all children should
- Be filial to your parents,
- Be affectionate to you brothers and sisters;
- As husbands and wives be harmonious,
- Trust and be trusted by your friends;
- Bear yourselves in modesty and moderation;
- Extend your benevolence to all;
- Devote yourself to learning and gain an occupation ;
- Acquire knowledge and develop your talent;
- Improve your character;
- Work to promote public good;
- Respect the Constitution and observe the law;
- Should an emergency arise, offer yourselves courageously to the State;
From the Wall Street Journal December 27, 2015