So instead of trying to understand Japan forget the bizarre theories of  Japaneseness  just open your eyes, your ears, and of course your mind.
The best way of understanding Japan is through observation and keeping an open mind.
The best way to understand Japan is to read about the theories of Japaneseness.
A crowd of people are playing in the pond.
There is one person
a couple are setting up a couple of lake
In order for their breath to smell like that they have to be drinking almost constantly.
a boy is walking by
The bearded man was riding his skateboard.