Section 06
Culture & Etiquette
Japan rewards visitors who know a few quiet rules. None of them are hard — most are about being considerate of shared space.
礼儀
Etiquette
03 guides
Photo: Shutterstock01作法
Etiquette basics: onsen, dining and temples
The handful of rules that genuinely matter.
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Photo: Shutterstock02言葉
Useful Japanese phrases
Twenty phrases that cover most first-trip situations.
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Photo: Shutterstock03心付け
Tipping in Japan: don't
Why tipping can cause confusion, and the few exceptions.
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