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13 taboos when visiting Japan

NO TIPPING
In Western countries, it is polite to leave a tip, and in Japan it is the opposite, even the waiters in this country consider it an insult. So if you leave any extra money, the restaurant staff will chase it back.

NO LOUD SPEAKING IN PUBLIC
Japanese people tend to use their cell phones discreetly.They keep phone conversations as short and silent as possible when in public. In public, move to a quiet place with few people to talk to because the Japanese don't like to be disturbed.

BATHE BEFORE SOAKING IN THE BATH
Most Japanese families have bathtubs for relaxing soak, before taking a bath, you have to take a clean shower outside, in addition, hot baths or onsen baths in Japan also have rules In particular, you are not allowed to wear swimsuits, hair must be in a bun, wrap towels, do not let towels touch the water, and do not swim in the tub. At public baths, if you get tattooed you may not be allowed to enter.

DO NOT MIX SAUCE WITH RICE
When eating sushi or sashimi, you should not pour soy sauce directly on the dish, pour into a small bowl, then use the chopsticks to dip each piece of sushi into the bowl.When sitting at the same table, you should change the tip of the chopsticks if you want to pick Do not hold your chopsticks and point to everything on the table, as this is an impolite act.If you cannot use chopsticks to eat sushi (for Western guests), do not hesitate to ask the house the goods provide a plate.

NOTES ON HOW TO USE THE CHOPSTICKS 
The Japanese have strict rules when using chopsticks in meals that you need to keep in mind, holding chopsticks along the rice bowl is considered a funeral symbol, this is a taboo during meals. Using chopsticks, avoiding using your own chopsticks to pick up food for others, rubbing chopsticks is considered rude.

NOT BLOW NOSE IN PUBLIC PLACE
People in the Land of the Rising Sun think blowing their noses in public is impolite and foolish, and if you want to blow your nose or spit you can go to public toilets. People who wear masks when walking on the streets, are people who have flu and they wear masks to avoid spreading illness to everyone around them.

QUEUING CULTURE 
Queuing is considered a beautiful culture of Japan, in the big cities, crowded in Phu Tang, there is no disturbing scene, crowded, instead of long lines of people patiently waiting to board , buy things, enter the elevator ...

DO NOT EAT WHILE MOVING
In some Western countries, it's a familiar sight to walk on the street while drinking coffee or biting a hamburger, but it is not polite to eat while you are in Japan. eat at the point of purchase.

RECIEVE STUFF WITH 2 HANDS
The Japanese take etiquette very seriously, accepting items with both hands shows politeness and respect for the opposite person in communication, anyone who gives you an item, whether it's the smallest item such as a bill or name card, don't forget to receive it with 2 hands and express your gratitude.

TAKE SHOES OFF WHEN ENTERING
When visiting a Japanese home, you must take off your shoes and shoes before entering a Japanese house. Indigenous people think that wearing shoes and slippers inside the house is to bring impurity and junk. Pagodas, hospitals, schools, hotels ... you will also see signs asking to take off your shoes when you are inside.

NOT STAND UP STRAIGHT WHEN GREETING
You should bow when people bow to you, don't look up to them. You should also bow lower than others if it is an older person, higher rank.

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR WHEN TRAVELLING BY TAXI
When taking a taxi, you should not actively open the door, the driver in the car will press the automatic button, remember to close the taxi door when getting off.Sometimes, getting off the bus and forgetting to close the door will make the driver angry.

DO NOT DRINK BEFORE OTHERS START TO CHEER
Do not drink beer and wine for those around you, do not drink until the people sitting next to you to congratulate you, you should also pay attention to the glasses of those sitting next to, and remember to fill if you feel comfortable. If you do not want to drink more, do not drink your cup completely, as someone else will refill it for you.
 

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