Definition of CIVIL
1
a : of or relating to citizens
b : of or relating to the state or its citizenry (civil strife)
2
a : civilized (civil society)
b : adequate in courtesy and politeness : mannerly (a civil question)
Note this last definition. Most people visiting Japan remark on this very thing
When I was in school, we had an annual back to school lecture on the key to success, not just in school, but in life. The key word was RESPECT, respect for those in authority,parents, teachers and others, respect for each other and most of all respect for ourselves.
The socialist union agenda changed all this by giving students rights and putting self-esteem above learning and test scores.
RESPECT is something that Japan never abandoned.