My other illustration of sensitiveness to foreign opinion is the present state of Japanese thought about the management of Formosa. The government has been severely criticised by many leading papers for its blunders there. But the curious feature is the constant reference to the contempt into which such mismanagement will bring Japan in the sight of the world--as if the opinion of other nations were the most important issue involved, and not the righteousness and probity of the government itself. It is interesting to notice how frequently the opinion of other nations with regard to Japan is a leading thought in the mind of the people. In this connection the following extract finds its natural place: In a very large number of schools throughout the country special instructions have been given to the pupils as to their behavior towards foreigners. From various sources we have culled the following orders bearing on special points, which we state as briefly as possible. (1) Never call after foreigners passing along the streets or roads. (2) When foreigners make inquiries, answer them politely. If unable to make them understand, inform the police of the fact. (3) Never accept a present from a foreigner when there is no reason for his giving it, and never charge him anything above what is proper. (4) Do not crowd around a shop when a foreigner is making purchases, thereby causing him much annoyance. The continuance of this practice disgraces us as a nation. (5) Since all human beings are brothers and sisters, there is no reason for fearing foreigners. Treat them as equals and act uprightly in all your dealings with them. Be neither servile nor arrogant. (6) Beware of combining against the foreigner and disliking him because he is a foreigner; men are to be judged by their conduct and not by their nationality. (7) As intercourse with foreigners becomes closer and extends over a series of years, there is danger that many Japanese may become enamored of their ways and customs and forsake the good old customs of their forefathers. Against this danger you must be on your guard. (8) Taking off your hat is the proper way to salute a foreigner. The bending of the body low is not be commended. (9) When you see a foreigner be sure and cover up naked parts of the body. (10) Hold in high regard the worship of ancestors and treat your relations with warm cordiality, but do not regard a person as your enemy because he or she is a Christian. (11) In going through the world you will often find a knowledge of a foreign tongue absolutely essential. (12) Beware of selling your souls to foreigners and becoming their slaves. Sell them no houses or lands.