11 Things Not To Do When Visiting Japan

No tips, no slippers ... are two of the many principles you should keep in mind to avoid getting into trouble and integrate into the Japanese culture.
11 things you should not do when visiting Japan
Loudly in public: Japanese people tend to use their cell phones discreetly

. They keep their phone conversations as short and silent as possible when in public. If you have to use your phone in a public area, move to a quiet place with few people to talk to because the Japanese don't like being disturbed. Photo: Tilex
Take a bath before a bath: Most Japanese families have a bathtub for a relaxing soak.



Before soaking in the tub, you must take a clean shower with an outside shower. In addition, hot baths or onsen baths in Japan also have their own rules, you must not wear swimsuits, hair must be in a high bun, wrap a towel, do not let towels touch the water and do not swim in the tub. In public bathhouses, if you get tattooed you may not be allowed in. Photo: Oyster.
Do not mix soy sauce with rice: In Phu Tang, soy sauce is usually placed separately in a small bowl and not mixed with rice or other dishes. Soy sauce can be mixed with mustard or rose ginger, used as a condiment to dishes. Photo: Oyster
Note on how to use chopsticks: The Japanese have strict rules when using chopsticks in meals that you need to pay attention to.



Sticking chopsticks along the rice bowl is considered a symbol of funeral, this is taboo during meals. In addition, you should use a chopstick stand, avoid using your own chopsticks to pick up food for others, rubbing chopsticks is considered rude. Photo: Nikkei Asian.
Leave no tipping: In Western countries, it's polite to leave a tip, while in Japan it's the opposite. Even the people serving in this country considered it an insult. All services are included in your bill. So if you leave the change, the restaurant staff will chase it back. Photo: Nippon.




Do not blow your nose in public: The people of the Rising Sun believe that blowing their nose in public is impolite and stupid. If you want to blow your nose or spit you can go to public restrooms. In the winter, you will see many people wearing masks while on the streets, those are people with flu and they wear masks to avoid spreading illness to everyone around them. Photo: Oyster.
Waiting culture: Queuing is considered a beautiful culture of Japan. In the big, crowded cities in Phu Tang, there is no scene of disturbance, crowded, instead of long lines of people patiently waiting to get on the train, buy things, enter the elevator ...



Photo: Nippon.
Do not eat while on the go: In some Western countries, it is a familiar image to go on the street while drinking coffee or biting a hamburger. However, traveling while eating is not polite when you are in Japan. The Japanese have the habit of eating food right at the place of purchase. Photo: Nikkei Asian.
Receiving items with 2 hands: The Japanese take rituals very seriously. Receiving 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 like an invoice or a business card, don't forget to take it back with two hands and thank you.



Photo: Oyster.
Take off sandals when entering the house: When visiting a Japanese home, you must take off your shoes and shoes before entering. Indigenous people believe that bringing shoes and slippers into the house is to bring pollution and impurities. At temples, pagodas, hospitals, schools, hotels ... you will also see a sign asking to take off your shoes when entering. Photo: Travel tips.




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