The document discusses changes that would need to be made to a debate paper to suit the Japanese culture. Some key changes include: 1) Making the debate informal by including personal details like age instead of a formal presentation, as age and authority are valued in Japan. 2) Taking a balanced approach that does not dismiss other arguments or clearly take one side, as that would be seen as disrespectful. 3) Avoiding direct "how" and "why" questions that could be seen as attacks on beliefs or authority. 4) Considering differences in translation and Japanese words that do not have the same meaning as their English equivalents. 5) Choosing less controversial issues to avoid off