16 Japanese Etiquette Rules Most Foreigners Break

What do common manners and customs in Japan include? We all know that Japanese people are extremely polite and welcoming, that's why many travelers try to learn at least a few key Japanese etiquette rules. Don’t worry, the locals are so kind and understanding! Still, save yourself the blushing and try to avoid etiquette mistakes in Japan!

Do you know, for example, that shaking hands is nothing but bad manners in Japan? Well, if you're a foreigner, nobody will scold you. Japanese people are used to shaking hands with Westerners. But if you want to blend in, you should bow when meeting people, thanking someone, or apologizing. But do NOT bow back when you're a customer, for example, in hotels, restaurants, or stores!

TIMESTAMPS:
Don't fill your own glass 0:40
Don't leave tips 1:12
Don't shake hands 2:35
Don't hand money directly to the cashier 3:11
Clean yourself in the shower before getting into a bathtub 3:27
Remove your shoes before entering a restaurant 3:48
NEVER stick your chopsticks in a rice bowl vertically 4:15
How to eat soup using chopsticks 5:54
Show proper respect to people's business cards 6:05
Don't rush to open the taxi door 6:36
Don't show too much skin 6:52
Be careful with your wet umbrella 7:35
Don't answer phone calls when you're on a train 7:48

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[BRIGHTSIDEOFFICIAL]

Hey there Bright Siders! Are you good at using chopsticks? :)

[sherc]

I’m Japanese and very happy if you fill your glass by yourself.
The tips in the restaurant is just included in the price.
There’s no such rules or regulations in Japan not to eat on the train. So you can see some of people eating on the transportation and will not get fines.

On the other hand, it’s true that Japanese people are very polite and willing to help others, especially foreigners. However, I’ve never heard it’s rude to point the place on the map???
I think why Japanese will bring you to the place instead of explaining how to get there because yes, we are kind and most of us CANNOT SPEAK ENGLISH..😂
Hey I think you gotta visit Japan again lol

[stinkychihuahua]

I’ve lived in Japan for 13 years and I wish I would have seen this before I came here. I’ve done almost all of these and been lectured for each one by my Japanese husband the hard way 😂

[gummyberrygaming]

Japanese man: points to the right
Bright side: goes to the left

[badass]

There are no tips in the majority of the world, just tell the Americans to pay their employees.

[locust]

Alas, ten minutes in Japan and I'd be arrested or deported.

[maruly]

This video: * exist *


Weebs: I DON'T NEED ITT

[randomguy]

*Save your time*

1. Don't fill your own glass (0:40)
2. Don't leave tips (1:12)
3. Don't shake hands (2:35)
4. Don't hand money directly to the cashier (3:11)
5. Clean yourself in the shower before gettin' into a bathroom (3:27)
6. Remove your shoes before enterin' a restaurant (3:48
7. Never stick your chopsticks in a rice bowl vertically 4:15)
8. How to eat soup usin' chopsticks (5:54)
9. Show proper respect to people's business card (6:05)
10. Don't rush to open the taxi door (6:36)
11. Don't show too much skin (6:52)
12. Be careful with your wet umbrella (7:35)
13. Don't answer phone calls when you're on a train (7:48)

[Them]

"Don't disturb other peoples peace", That really should be on a t shirt, bill board or something. Great idea.

[hanako]

Eating on the street isn't a thing in Japan? Then why in every anime I've seen there is always that character who leaves their house with a TOAST IN THEIR MOUTH.

[jevondawkins]

I know all this already from watching anime

[bowlampar]

Japanese : " Don't ever tip me, i am not taking bribe. "

[mrtrainfreakdk]

I'm really impressed by the Japanese culture. I'm from Denmark, and the Danish culture and the Japanese culture are very different.

[fpnuydp]

I come to America and tell my classmates that I'm from Japan and afterward they ask me what anime I watch. Just because you are born and raised in Japan doesn't mean you watch anime. Also, DON'T GET CULTURAL ADVICE FROM ANIME!

[Hundseier]

I did a fair amount of business in Japan back in the 90s, this video brought a lot back. Another 'rule' to consider when dining out with friends is the upside down glass rule. As mentioned in the video, if your glass is empty your host will invariably always refill it for you. If you have had enough it is terrible manners to stop them from refilling it again if that is what they have started to do. Far better is to simply replace your glass after the last sip, upside down.

Also regarding business cards at a meeting - insider tip: After carefully examining the cards from attendees, place them face up in front of you in the same order that they are sitting round the table. This helps you (well it helped me) remembering who is who (I'm not brilliant at that at the best of times but more so in places like Japan where the names are unusual to our ears).

BTW It is also MASSIVELY beneficial to have business cards translated into Japanese before you go to Japan. I had one made up with English on one side and Japanese on the other. These helped oil the wheels enormously over there.

There are loads of other tips and like the poster of this video, I have made many of the mistakes, it is inevitable, but worth trying not to.

[isaphoenix]

My dad is *not* Japanese but He grew up in Japan. Whenever my mom goes out for the night or whatever. He does what every other dad does. He takes us out to eat. We normally go to a Japanese restaurant. So we have learned many, *many* manners in those restaurants. I just love their culture. They are intelligent, kind, and clean. Everything America needs to be.

[NoobToobJamarMemes]

I love learning about other cultures, and Japan has a lot of their own to share.
Such quality videos, maybe I will get to a decent level in editing skills myself.

[youdontneedmyname]

As someone who intends to visit Japan sometime in the future, I find this quite helpful!

[cherylgray]

Every country has their rules regarding etiquette. I was taught them as a child by my family. I think families are not teaching their children etiquette nowadays.

[vini]

My heart : I have to go to Japan at least once before dying.
My brain: Dude, aren't you vegetarian? Get ready to dig in the fruits your entire trip. :-[