11 Things NOT to do in Japan - MUST SEE BEFORE YOU GO!

Japan has a rich and complex culture, making it a favorite tourist destination for many, but it also makes it very easy for tourists to become embarrassed. Here are eleven

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you absolutely should not do while in Japan. Number one, not tipping is not part of Japanese culture, so they will probably come after you for your money if you do. Now in some restaurants you will see a vending machine where you just insert your money and choose the food you want so there is actually no waiter you could tip anyway don't tip because it is actually considered insulting to the waiter's number cover your tattoos tattoos in Japan are usually associated with criminals in Yakuza because of this tattoos are frowned upon in Japanese society and most swimming pools and bathhouses prohibit anyone with a tattoo from entering number three.

Do not give cash to cashiers. This may seem like a contradictory statement, but in Japan almost all convenience stores use a tray that you are supposed to place money on. so that coins don't fall everywhere and also so that everyone can see exactly what is happening with the money at all times. Number four: Japanese-only restaurants. This may seem a little crazy, but some Japanese restaurants don't allow foreigners in. establishments, this is because while the Japanese can be very friendly and welcoming, there are some aspects of their culture that make them a bit xenophobic, there is really no way to know if a restaurant is Japanese only or not, but you will know Pretty quickly as soon as you normally walk in what happens is a waiter waves their hands knowing they will be told to leave or any combination of those number fives.

Don't talk on trains. The volume of your voice is extremely important in Japan, since everyone is hyperactive. Aware and very respectful that they share their space with others, that means talking loudly or on the phone and trains is a definite no and should be avoided as best as you can. Number six, proper use of chopsticks, this is a big problem because chopsticks are used to eat almost everything in Japan, the main thing you should not do with your chopsticks is not to eat directly from common dishes, always take the food and put it in your plate first and then eat it.

Don't point people's chopsticks at them, it's considered very rude. Don't cross them and don't leave them sticking out of a bowl of rice as part of funeral ceremonies and don't rub your chopsticks after breaking them because that's rude and disrespectful to the shaft by assuming you're buying poor quality chopsticks. seven do not wear shoes in the house like most people, the Japanese do not want dirt from outside entering the house, but they go a step further and provide slippers and shoe racks at the front door, even some restaurants ask the customers who use them. Take off your shoes before entering.

Number eight drink label. This is very important for you. Date any Japanese person, while in Japan there are subtle rituals that show respect towards the person you are drinking with. The first is always when you receive a drink. Receive it with both hands to show respect for the person you serve. Also, never pour your own drink first as it is considered selfish. You

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pour others' drinks and then leave the bottle and someone else will take it and pour your drink for you if you wish. You're not trying to get absolutely beaten, make sure that when you're done, you leave your drink full.

The way it works is that every time someone sees an empty glass, they will immediately pour you another one. Things can get crazy pretty quickly if you do that. You are not careful, number nine, how not to eat sushi. Fish has been a central part of the Japanese diet for centuries and they have developed tons of different ways to enjoy fish better, so it's not a bad idea to know some of them. The first mistake most people make is ordering a bunch of sushi at once instead of a little at a time, which they recommend, because the temperature of the fish really matters, you're supposed to eat it as soon as it hits your plate. .

Why do you sit at the counter at most sushi places in Japan? The next big mistake people make is dipping the rice directly into the soy sauce, which causes it to absorb too much. The correct way to do it if you are going to do it on everything is to turn the fish over so that only the back of the fish touches the soy sauce, this allows the soy sauce to enhance the flavor of the fish but without drowning out a nap number 10 Don't expect to use your card Japan is a cash-based society and they are generally skeptical about credit cards.

Almost every place you will visit will use cash, but don't worry because 7-eleven ATMs work with any card and are open 24 hours a day, it's not unusual. so that Japanese businessmen get 30 or 40,000 yen before leaving home, like I said, everything is done in cash here. Last but not least, number 11, receiving business cards, this is another good plan for you who plan to meet people while in Japan, what to exchange business cards. Always receive the card with both hands and study it carefully before storing it. Don't put it in your back pocket carelessly, as it may be interpreted as rude.

It is best to carefully place it in your wallet to show that you respect them and others. business they work for if you're an idiot at the end of the video thank you it means a lot click on the video at the top left to see what you should do while in Tokyo and click on the video at the bottom left to see me arrive Horribly lost while trying to explore the city of Kathmandu in Nepal, other than that I hope you enjoyed the video.