Japanese etiquette 101
In today Japan Travel Q & A we answer questions on Japanese etiquette by Kelly in Bay City, Michigan:
"What some cultural things I should know in Japan about traveling that could make my trip a bit easier"
do not feel watching a video, how? Read below for today's answer!
Good question, Kelly!
Japanese are very polite and welcoming, but many travelers to Japan offending worry about them accidentally by saying or doing the wrong thing to.
, the main thing is you want to keep in mind that the Japanese people do not expect, as a traveler to know all their customs
Solange you act with kindness and respect , will fit into the right -. even if you make an etiquette mistake (or two) once in a while!
That being said, can make a little effort a long way to go, and Japanese are very grateful when travelers make the effort to learn their habits.
We hope that the etiquette tips below helps you to get more out of your trip to Japan - and to follow them, you will be sure to impress Japanese on the way
Japanese etiquette Tips & Taboos
friendly candy makers, Shibuya, Tokyo
bend
Bowing a known of Japan's customs and most Traveller are aware that Japanese bow when another greeting
if you are used to shake hands when meeting people, it can be difficult to get used to, instead of shaking hands bowing
But do not worry ..: many Japanese are accustomed to shaking hands when meeting non-Japanese, so if you bend or shake your hand, in most cases, you will be fine either way!
bow also used when someone thanking or apologizing. The deeper the bow, the more respect!
Remove Your Shoes
If possible, we recommend traveling with shoes to Japan that easily slip on and off.
Before entering into a house, a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn), or in an area with tatami Mats, you have to remove your shoes. Since you will be doing this a lot in Japan, it is nice to have shoes that are easily turned on and off.
For this reason, it is also a good idea that your socks match (and not to do not have holes in them)!
tatami mats
Bathroom Slippers
in your travels in Japan, in places such as ryokan and izakaya (Japanese gastropubs), you may find that there are slippers particular for use in the bathroom.
If you exit onto the bathroom, your non-bathing shoes outside the bathroom, and you switch to slippers.
the part where many non-Japanese accidental gaffe commit by forgotten to leave to non-slippers in the bathroom.
Enter to avoid your best this slip-up, otherwise you have by (friendly) laughter can be located on the return still on the table wearing slippers!
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When a taxi hail will pull the driver to top - and the door open automatically for you.
for first time visitors to Japan, which always comes as a surprise. The door opens and close automatically, so just wait for it to open in a taxi, and then wait for the door to close.
Gone money
In Japan, the money rarely directly from hand to hand
When a product or service to buy -. given instead of your money at the box office - put your payment (whether cash or credit) provided on the small tray available. Here your change will be made.
This practice is widespread in Japan, and you will see it in hotels, restaurants, taxis, convenience stores, cafes, bath houses, train stations and even at the local Starbucks!
Baths and Hot Springs
Perhaps nothing is more fun, and possibly confusing, to Japan visitors than going to a traditional onsen (hot spring) or in the neighborhood sento (bathhouse).
Onsen and sento provide a very authentic cultural experience, and a visit there are a few key guidelines to keep in mind:
- First to get clean, then bathe. The baths themselves are to relax, so make sure to take a shower carefully before boarding. On onsen and sento before you reach you will enter a wash area where you and for the bathroom shower to get clean the bathrooms.
- No swimsuits. In traditional onsen and sento , swimsuits are not allowed. Some of today's onsen "theme parks" do allow swimsuits, although these tend to lack the character and authenticity of the real traditional baths!
- large towel, small towel. When onsen You will be provided with two towels available: one large and one small. The big one is for fully soak after relaxing drying; take the small (non in to) with you the bathroom, so it is important not to let the towel touch the water! Most Japanese put the towel either upside down or on a rock or other surface nearby. (At sento , the same rule applies if you bring in a rule your own towel or at the reception desk for a small fee to buy).
Japanese onsen (hot springs)
chopsticks
Even if you get yourself a chopsticks experts consider, you might not be aware of some important chopsticks etiquette. While much of this common sense is, some might surprise you:
- Never show the chopsticks to another person so that they pivot in the air or spear food with them
- Don 't stick your chopsticks in a bowl of rice, as reminiscent of a funeral rite.
- Do not pass food from chopstick to, as well as reminiscent of a funeral rite.
- If you are served by a common court, the other end of the rods used (not the end in your mouth!) To serve themselves.
chopsticks and rice on Maru, Aoyama, Tokyo
Hot and cold towels
When you walk into a restaurant or izakaya it will provide a wet towel available, what will be hot or cold, depending on the season.
in the towel you use to clean your hands and then fold it and place it on the table before him.
Even if one so this is something usually rude behavior will sometimes Men see this towel to wipe the sweat from their faces, are taken into account, so we recommend to avoid this!
Tipping
avoid leaving tips on restaurants, bars or in taxis.
from countries for travelers where tipping (like the US) widely used, it can feel so strange amazing service to get and do not leave a tip.
The fact is, tipping is simply not to be expected - it's not really a part of Japanese culture - so if it is to leave a tip cause confusion, and will not be accepted almost definitely
not expect Unlike in many countries, including tours in Japan, tips. However, it is acceptable, your guide to give a tip if you feel so inclined (not required). When doing this the case, make sure you first put the money in an envelope and then manually polite the envelope to your leader (ideally while bowing and saying thank you!).
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do not worry if you do not all this etiquette remember tips -. Japanese are understanding extreme, and realize that most travelers are simply not aware of all their habits.
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