While the development of children's skills and interests is a primary concern among Japanese parents, the majority of Chinese moms and dads attach greater importance to the education and discipline of their offspring, according to the results of a recent survey.
The survey on parenting, which covered 1,371 parents in Japan and 1,239 in China, found that 64.4 percent of Japanese parents hope their children's interests and skills will be useful in their lives, while 70.8 percent of Chinese said they hope their children will enjoy studying.
The poll was conducted by Japan Youth Research Institute, a nongovernmental organization, in five areas of Japan, including Tokyo and Aichi Prefecture, and six regions in China, including Beijing and Xian.