① Actions to be cautious of in Japan
The popularity of traveling to Japan shows no signs of waning. As the number of tourists visiting Japan increases, misunderstandings due to cultural differences can happen. Before you embark on a trip to Japan, knowing a few things in advance would be good. If you use public transportation such as subways or buses in Japan, you might be surprised at the quiet atmosphere.
It’s hard to find people making phone calls or talking loudly on public transportation in Japan.
In Japan, there is a perception that you should not make noise on public transportation. If you visit Japan, lowering your voice in public transportation or public places is necessary.
This place was the setting for a scene on a railway crossing in Slam Dunk and has become popular among tourists.
However, due to the many tourists, residents are expressing grievances. They are suffering from the nuisance behavior of some visitors.
Despite efforts to enforce rules, such as posting warning signs and increasing security, the rules are not followed well.
Japanese people strongly believe in not causing harm to others and not wanting to be harmed in return. During travel, it is necessary to avoid causing harm to others by excessive photo-taking.
② Japanese Culture is different
In Japan, you don’t have to open the door yourself when getting into a taxi. Knowing this in advance is good, as forcing the door open could potentially break it.
In our country, charging smartphones and other devices at cafes or restaurants is common if outlets are available. However, such behavior is prohibited in Japan. In Japan, it is called ‘electricity theft’ and can lead to legal punishment. According to Japanese criminal law, ‘A person who steals another person’s property will be punished for theft with imprisonment for up to 10 years or a fine of up to 500,000 yen’ (around $4,450). There is also a provision that ‘electricity is property.’ If you use electricity through an outlet without permission, it is considered theft.
Japan is one of the countries where analog culture is strong.
In Korea, if you have one card, you can use it anywhere, but that’s not the case in Japan, which can cause inconvenience for tourists. In Japan, you can use a card at department stores, franchises, shopping malls, etc., but many places, such as privately operated restaurants, do not accept cards.
Although card usage has increased compared to the past, the cash usage rate is still high.
It’s good to ask whether card payment is possible before ordering at a restaurant. Since it can be inconvenient without cash, it is recommended to exchange plenty of cash if you are planning a trip.
③ Cigarette butts belong in the trash can
Japan’s streets are extremely clean. You cannot see trash or cigarette butts on the street in many places.
In Japan, smokers often carry portable ashtrays, indicating they are conscientious. Throwing cigarette butts on the street or spitting after smoking can be shocking to the Japanese.
A Japanese person who runs a restaurant on a YouTube channel said, “There are a few people who smoke outside, and sometimes people just throw their cigarette butts on the ground, which can be a bit of a problem.”
Also, you may be fined significantly if you are caught smoking outside the designated area. There are areas in Japan where smoking while walking is prohibited. There are also places where the entire street is a non-smoking area, and there are places where you have to pay to smoke in the smoking area.
Throwing cigarette butts on the street or spitting phlegm after smoking is a behavior that should not be done. This should be considered once again.
By. Han Mia
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