[skhr0680]

That is exactly what I meant by Galapagos syndrome. I should have written external(= business conducted in English) economic incentive.

The elephant in the room is that 6/12 years school here are focused on rote remembering for the next entrance exam rather than learning.

[lmm]

Meh. Poor priority in schooling and teaching to the test are hardly unique to Japan.

[skhr0680]

"Other countries have problems too"

OK, let's just give up trying to improve then.

[lmm]

"Japan has the exact same problem as many other countries. This is a perfect example of Galapagos syndrome"