Articles about Etiquette

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2018

Douitashimashite, douzo, iie ie — which Japanese reply to a "thank you" actually fits?

Kevin Henrique · Oct 12, 2017

The origin, kanji and etiquette behind Japan's most iconic toast.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Bow, smile and distance - what Japan's silent language reveals about respect, shyness and interest.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

Japan's entrance area — origin, etiquette, and small rules for visitors

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2017

The best Japanese proposal lines, their tone, and the customs that still matter.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

The everyday hygiene rules that quietly shape public life in Japan.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Why tips get refused in Japan—and how to show thanks without awkward cash on the table

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2016

Keigo, loud greetings, sumimasen, uniforms, and the habits that make service in Japan feel so precise

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

From the business card to the onsen: 14 Japanese etiquette rules that make a real difference at work and in everyday life

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

From greetings and apologies to shrines and sports: when ojigi matters, how deep it goes, and what visitors can do without...

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

The custom protects indoor floors and marks the boundary between the street and the home.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

A short guide to eating with chopsticks the right way.

Kevin Henrique · Jan 15, 2015

A practical look at the habits, etiquette, and social expectations that often surprise foreigners in Japan.