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That was a fault of circumstance though. It was a combination of Japanese values as well as being born in relative poverty as well as what was necessary to elevate above that.

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A lot of Jiro's values are in Japanese society too, so you can get an idea of those ancient values that define that society from the documentary. That was what I was trying to emphasize with my comment.

But yes, I agree, the circumstances were very important and without them Jiro wouldn't be the way he is.

Thanks for the response!

I think he means that, the reason he took it to the extreme that his family life suffered was due to his unfortunate circumstances.

This is a really great documentary. Just saw it because of the post and the entire time I can't help but think of how this applies to any life and the to the pursuit of happiness.

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