Japanese Mindset : One would wonder what it is that makes something genuinely well made. Probably the solution is just to use better materials, more sophisticated tools, or to pay attention to detail on the final product. The Japanese concept of Monozukuri considers the act of making things in a different way, rather than concentrating solely on the end result, it focuses instead on the person, the discipline, and the process involved.
Whether it be traditional swords or bullet trains, Japan has developed a special way of making things which places a great deal of emphasis on precision, patience and care. Although "monozukuri" literally translates as "making things", there's a deeper underlying meaning; making something well can also have an effect on the person who makes it.
