Cultural Etiquettes in Japan

A compact cultural primer to help visitors navigate social customs in Japan respectfully. Topics include greetings and bowing, removing shoes indoors, quiet behaviour on public transport, proper temple and shrine etiquette, handling business cards (meishi), no-tipping culture, respectful photography practices, and basic polite phrases. Practical dos-and-don’ts reduce cultural friction and help travellers show respect while enjoying authentic local interactions.

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