The Japanese word for “teach” is written using the Kanji character for “teach,” which is an ideogram.
In the Kouki script, which was used in ancient China from the 14th century B.C. to the 3rd century B.C., the Chinese character for “teach” was represented by a picture of a teacher beating a child at school.above picture
While corporal punishment is no longer acceptable in modern education, the historical use of this character may contribute to the cultural perception of teaching as a discipline that requires strict obedience and respect for the teacher.