Articles for tag: Japanese education

2026-04-20

Japanese students cleaning classroom with brooms and rags

O-soji: Why Japanese Students Clean Their Own Classrooms

Venture into Japanese schools and witness a remarkable daily ritual: students, not custodians, meticulously cleaning their own classrooms. This isn't merely a chore; it's a profound cultural practice, known as *o-soji*, deeply embedded in Japan's spiritual and educational philosophy. This article explores the rich history and enduring significance behind why Japanese students embrace the broom and dustpan with such dedication.