Yes, my brother, you're right! In Japan, they take some simple common sense stuff and make a big deal out of it as if it were only a Japanese trait. Welcome! 🤗
Been living in Japan for quite some time and most of the things they say that they hate, I see many Japanese people do the exact same things. I wonder if their responses would be the same if you asked them "What would you think if you saw a Japanese person do X?"
Right on! 😂 I can see You've lived long enough in Japan to actually be able to bypass the facade and realize what's happening. When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
@@codrin1862Also people would give you more consideration because you are foreigner and don't know any better. But if you're Japanese there doing the society would hammer you down because the nail that stick its head out get hammered..But if you're not those group aka foreigner they would be more forgiving although it doesn't give pleasant image to you
Simple they would get more ridiculed than foreigners because you're part of the society if you're Japanese. Foreigners would only receive bad image but you're not getting hammered down by their collective society
I have never seen a foreigner spit on the ground in Japan and I have been living here on and off for 16 years. But, I see ojisan do it often in the street and on train platforms.
Oh yes I do. But usually when I am eating Chinese food not Japanese. I just show my American low culture and pick up that Shushi with my fingers. I tried squid once. It is a great way to develop your jaw's chewing capacity. Squid makes for powerful jaws. はい、箸は使います。 でも、たいてい私が食べているのは日本料理ではなく中華料理です。 私はお寿司を指で食べます。 これが私のアメリカの低俗な文化が証明された方法です。 一度イカを試してみました。 顎の咀嚼能力を発達させるのに最適な方法です。
Every part of the world has their own way to eat and some places have weird laws on how you eat certain foods if I remember it correctly in Georgia you're only allowed to eat fried chicken at restaurants with your hand where you be put in jail if you eat fried chicken when you eat it with forks, knives, spoons, as well even chopsticks but it's not a forced law because what cop is going to waste their time people not eating fried chicken with their hands.
Yeah, just so everyone knows, going around taking pictures of school girls isn't just rude in Japan. Frankly it'll get you arrested in a lot of other countries!
Pretty sure the law in Japan covers everyone. It's illegal to photograph someone without their permission. Hence in media they always blur group shots, film below their head, or even hold-up masks to hide the interviewer's faces. Even in social media, friends cover their friends faces in group shots to be respectful. It's crazy 😆
@@RainbowEssence-c3w I think it's ok, if you're a photographer, ask nicely and respect it if you get a "no". Just don't be a dick or annoy these people. At least for adults - kids/teens is a different topic, might be very much illegal without the parent's consent.
@@arparso True, if you get permission first it's okay, but yeah just taking pictures of people without asking is just plain creepy (especially if you don't have a legitimate reason, like you're a photographer or something). And yeah def not okay to take pictures of kids/teens (if you happen to catch on in the background by accident that's okay, just don't go around taking pictures specifically of kids/teens because that's just plain creepy and likely to get you in legal trouble)!
The picture incident is so disturbing. I can't help but think of the worst for why this man wanted a picture of a young girl in her school uniform so bad he did it against her will
It is gross but most likely perfectly legal, she was in a public space that is where its legal (not sure about the laws in Japan) but in the states anyone can take a picture of you legally in public spaces. 😟
I feel so bad for that girl's friend in school uniform. It must've been some weeaboo creep who doesn't know personal boundaries, smh. No means freaking no! Getting your picture taken by strangers without permission is freaking creepy.
Men harass women and girls everywhere. And I wish they talked about how it is Japanese men themselves who have also created that creepy culture around objectifying and sexualizing girls.
I definitely agree with this video. But just to play devils advocate, after living here for five years during covid when tourism was halted, many Japanese ppl did those same things lol. I still get annoyed when I'm going up the escalators and ppl don't follow the escalator manner. For me, it kind of really made me realize that while not to the extent of foreigners(since they're bringing their own culture and mannerisms with them), some Japanese ppl do the same it just gets overshadowed because "Look the foreigner!!" Though that goes for any country I suppose. Basically like all the other comments just be respectful lol. As for the picture guy.....fuck that dude.
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
@@WhiteHorseX The translation is not bad as you think. How else would you want them to translate it then. The Japanese interviewed may have put it *slightly* nicer in their original language but they mean what they said, that some of foreigners are causing them 迷惑
@@HeikiDaNaa Are you at a native Japanese level? As I told you, this video English translation is not a faithful English translation of their words as they are, but a "translation of meaning". 「It's a nuisance.」 「I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)」 These are two very different words, "personal opinion" or "definitive assertion". If you do not understand this difference, you are definitely not at the level of a native Japanese speaker. To confirm this, please reply to me in Japanese. 日本語で返信してください。シンプルな日本語だけではなく細かいニュアンスなども含めてくださいね。 日本語の場合翻訳機を使っても、その人が日本語を知っているか知っていないか簡単にバレます。
They don't single out foreigners. If any Japanese people especially elders found out a bunch of modern Japanese did that. Expect hell from them. Foreigners just got a bad first impression due to being new but if you're Japanese and do that , the society would disown you. Pick your poison. I'd rather be a foreigner making mistakes in Japan than a Japanese person making mistakes in Japan
the big foreign tour groups are the biggest offenders in blocking sidewalks, train entrances. Once in a while Japanese will do it but not to the extent of foreigners.
@@unkopower7899 of course the big tourist groups are the worst. I’m talking about groups of 5+ people, in which case Japanese are far more common offenders (in terms of raw numbers) than foreigners. Particularly students.
@@unkopower7899 I literally have the same problem with Japanese tour groups in Australia so maybe we all just need to accept that’s the way it is sometime with travellers and get over it?
Yeah, I was gonna say, that's groups of tourists all over the world, no matter where they come from. No bus full of tourists walks around any tourist destination like Madeline in a nice, neat row
When you are in an unfamiliar situation, you tend to remain close to your "tribe", which in these cases is the tourist group, it's natural and usually unconscious behavior
I’m so glad, that the young generation is against smoking! When I was living in Kumamoto, twenty-five years ago, the only thing I couldn't stand was cigarette smoke everywhere! It made me sick to my stomach constantly. Many men’s fingers were yellow from tobacco. Now a gaijin with a cigarette is a nuisance on the streets of Tokyo 😂😂😂 Way to go, Japan!
Actually as a foreigner / tourist in Japan, easiest is just carefully watch, how they are interacting! No one talks on a train, why should you? No one smokes on the street, why should you? I had some experiences with Japanese working at an airport. Handling a group of 100 Japanese travellers was easier than a group of 20 Europeans. They were so organized and efficient. It was so amazing! They are so polite and show manners anywhere. I really was afraid of making people in Japan annoyed by my behaviour. I guess I didn´t. I just copied them.
i feel like this is better in general. I come from England which is a country where loads of people smoke now days, and most people are quiet rude. Honestly i think this should be in most countries because the last think id want is an obnoxious guy talking loudly on the train / catching a whiff of people smoking.
@@fatimaperez5383 As they said in the video, no. You should only do it in smoking designated areas. As with any rule, there will be those who respect, and those who don't.
I've been living here in Japan for over 30 years and many of the things these young people say are very true and were practiced like 20 years ago...many Japanese ppl do those exact same things.
I too am a foreigner who lives in Japan. I have done so for quite some time. I am from Australia and i grew up with a home where we respect honor and privacy. In Japan i understand and stick by all the rules. Perhaps because i have been in japan on and off since i was 6 years old and now i am 52. to me it is not rules, but socially normal and common sense. I too do not like bad behaviour in foreigners anywhere. It is not hard to take some time to learn socially acceptable rules for a place you visit. However, even members of my own family fail to do this and i find it embarrassing. As i am white, many people view me as a foreigner, although i may speak Japanese at a restaurant, it is like they do not understand me and turn to my Korean friends who do not speak japanese. Judged by appearance can be a little annoying. However, i find Japan easier to live in mostly.
I really appreciate your story, and I found it really interesting. I'm an Aussie myself, and have loved Japan for many years. Thank you for telling us a little bit about your experience!
Mate, i'm 55, and totally agree with ''a home where we respect honor and privacy'', we used to be quiet on public transport and place; usually friday/saturday night was happy and loud, though usually shut up after 12PM, everything is changing... Even in a Japanese restaurant in Australia they pretended not to understand when i asked for a serving of takoyaki, i was so happy to find a Japanese restaurant in my small city in rural QLD (unfortunately they don't Okonomiyaki - Tongue-twister is i don't practice the word hahahaha). If had quiet an interest in Japan since i was about 13 (since i watched Shogun 1980), i did a year of Japanese language in High School etc, so i found it 'a ''curious'' encounter
I've lived and worked in Tokyo for a year and a half, and I've never seen almost all of these, and the ones I have seen have been only a few times max. Also, the things I have seen apply to Japanese people too. I see way more Japanese people not following escalator rules than I do foreigners, and I hear Japanese people talking on the train almost every day, even more so when it's approaching the last train of the night, those are always full of conversation. Honestly, I think a lot of Japanese people already have it in their minds that foreigners will do something bad, so even the slightest thing is judged way harsher than when Japanese people do the same.
Just like how there are stereotypes of British tourists in Dutch or Australian tourists in Bali. It is always more annoying when it's the "outsiders" who do it, such is the nature of humans.
@@ちゃーちゃー-l5uBut they stated it was rude in the video (to talk on trains) so who do we believe? We are visiting Japan in a few years (me my husband and our severely autistic son who is 26) my son can get a bit noisy at times when he's stressed or happy (he recites movies, TV shows, sings or hums) he doesn't do it to be a pain he just does it to self soothe (its called stimming). I'm worried about going on the trains (which we would like to do) simply because he can be a bit noisy and I don't want to be rude. There really is no shutting him up once he gets stimmy though.
Lovely to see subtitles in the video! They are much easier to read than the ones UA-cam uses. I already knew lots of these but it's great to be reminded
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
4:40 omg… I see Japanese men (sometimes women, but mostly men) all the time smoking in areas where there is CLEARLY a no smoking sign. As a foreigner that’s my biggest pet peeve. So many people smoke freely on the streets when there are no smoking signs everywhere. A lot of people also smoke while walking so you get a whiff of their second hand smoke in your face. They don’t seem to enforce the no smoking zones so no one does anything about it. In Canada where I’m from, they are very strict about where you can and can’t smoke so that would never fly in my home country. I have also witnessed some Japanese people cutting in line and walking in groups so that they block the path or block train doors. Also some Japanese men do the ‘man spreading’ on train seats 😅 Foreigners are very very far from perfect (even I get annoyed by some of the tourists) but neither are some Japanese people living here. With that said, this video is still very important for tourists who are planning to visit this year 🙌 At least the guy in that clip admitted that Japanese people are bad at following the no smoking signs 👍
Right on, brother! I see you've lived long enough in Japan to actually be able to bypass the facade and realize what's happening. When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
@@derplololol9717 I dotn think it’s meant to be an answer to the op, but rather letting other people know, that the translations is not the best, and shouldn’t get offended by it
Been visiting Japan for the past few weeks for some academic purposes with my university and I’ve been really struggling with trying to stay with my group at times because they do most of the things you absolutely should not do. The one thing I’m struggling with is finding a way through crowds. I don’t want to be in anyones way at all and I find there’s absolutely no order to where people move rn and sometimes I get either stuck behind slow moving people in lines or I end up having to weave my way through crowds to not bump into anyone but I consistently feel like I am in the way. There is also a struggle of navigating stores as well
Many escalators are starting to have signs saying you shouldn't walk (on either side) and just stand on them. I've seen the signs in Saitama and Tokyo. But most people ignore the signs. And sometimes you have the random person just stopping half way up.
Escalators are not there so lazy people can stop walking. There are there to keep the human traffic moving faster. They were never designed to let people stop walking. Stupid lazy people decided that themselfs… it’s to move people around faster…
I’m wondering if the worst Americans are going to Japan. Most of the things the interviewees mentioned are things that annoy most Americans too. We have designated smoking areas, and I think most people are courteous to others on the escalators, most of us hate when people talk loudly on their phones in public, and most of us hate when people in groups walk side by side and don’t move for other people. I witness all of these things too. It seems these bad habits are practiced in families with bad (or missing) parents, and I also see it more with younger people who were born in the 1990s or later. It annoys me also when I see people at the store and they eat fruit to test it or they open a drink or snack they haven’t paid for. Many of us were raised never to do this. Most Americans won’t know about the chopstick etiquette from other countries.
In Australia, we stand on the LEFT, walk on the RIGHT on escalators. Also, when you are walking on a footpath - keep to the left. We do not mirror Japan. It is the Same!
Where in Australia are you??? I'm 55, lived in NSW, Vic, Taz and QLD, it's ALWAYS been left hand side - escalators (mirroring road rules) though it seem fairly common 25% -ish that don't walk on the left (they annoy me SO much), becoming more common.
I think most of these things are just common sense for a well behaved and educated person. You should not have a loud conversation on a train or open a bag of chips in the supermarket before buying them whether in Japan or not. I have been in Osaka for three weeks now and sadly, I can see a lot of other tourists being disrespectful and unable to adapt. But if I am a guest somewhere, I try to behave in such a way as not to offend the host. I think that would be the right and natural attitude anywhere in the world.
Eh, what's the problem with opening a bag of chips before you buy them? I do it all the time. No wonder your population is dying and still sticking to idiotic traditions. As long you pay for it, why should you care?
The chopsticks things are not common sense AT ALL. How the hell would you know you can leave them both stuck in the rise?? For example too, making noises while eating ramen would be extremly rude in my country but in Japan it is normal, even if its a noise than can also bother other people eating. So yeah not all of them are "common sense"
As a tourist spending its last days of a long stay in Japan, I gotta say the main problem is not what you do as a tourist, but the fact of not being Japanese, as many state in other comments. Japanese culture has many great and wonderful things, but they're still really close-minded in that way and once you get here you'll get judgement looks for everything you do. Even by people who work on the tourism field. Plus, you can't expect young people to generally be able to speak English nor try to approach you in a friendly way. Only a few elder people actually show excitement towards foreigners and will make nice contact with you. Or at least, that's been my partner and I's shared experience. They're respectful, but you can feel many times they don't really like you xD.
it's honestly one of the reasons I don't want to visit Japan. As much as I love Japanese people and culture, I know that they wouldn't love me (for multiple reasons). And honestly, I'm already really anxious and stressed out any time I'm traveling at all. Having the people around me resenting me for being there would just compound that anxiety and stress so much.
Yes what you’re saying is so true. They’re just respectful on the surface and for duty only. When out of duty, you’re no one and they don’t care nor respect you anymore.
That is true but everyone should have different opinion among Japanese ourselves for dislike or liking. We are all different. There is common sense and you should respect where you are visiting.
I never really experienced that travelling alone. And to be fair the rude or obnoxious folk were the western and foreign folk, so sadly I feel many japanese folk do have a reason. I am always baffled coming back to europe in how many people have no sense of personal space, just litter everywhere and are extremely loud and obnoxious in trains. Japan was really heaven to me in that regard. But personally me just being polite and sticking to etiquette in japan it was alright.
about the escalators, it's almost common practice in Hawaii and Washington with the Asian demographic--- but it's always changing on which side is standing which side is going, just purly out of American understanding "left is fast lane/go, right is slow lane" and vice versa for other East Asian countries.
I’m looking forward to being in Japan soon- I love all the rules and consideration of others that is practiced there. Where I live, people don’t seem to value etiquette and good manners.
I find these videos very helpful. I observed all of these hated behaviors and even engaged in some of them out of ignorance. But I learned which helped immensely. One rule that I was told over and over was the hashi watashi rule - passing food from one chopstick holder to the other. I find this strange simply because it is not common for Westerners to pass food from one fork to another due to hygiene. Moreover, many Westerners have experience using chopsticks but are not adept in using them like Japanese people which means they would have difficulties in even engaging in this thoughtless act. I have never seen any Westerner even think to do this. So why are we being told not to? Has anyone ever seen foreigners do this? I have seen other chopstick bad manners but not hashi wastashi. Having asked this, I would like to say I love your video channel! Keep up the great work of interviewing people and sharing the information. ❤
All of these are basic manners rules and i love that they were respectful while telling what they didn't like! I would have been so annoyed by most of them too honestly. Looks like i have to learn how to hold chopsticks :.)
the left and right sides on the elevator are really convenient, but it can be confusing. in tokyo, you stand on the left, osaka on the right, and kyoto on the left again. it can get confusing. usually just follow the person in front of you and hope he's not wrong or that you're not the first person. also, most of these are common sense. to be self-conscious in public is the key here. and it's ok if you mess up or don't know everything. i saw japanese people smoke and walk (although not super common). people are kind here and will know that you're a foreigner who doesn't know their rules well. that's alright, just breathe and chill. enjoy your stay there.
And in either case it is against the rules to walk on escalators. The signs say so. Signs in Japanese that I, a foreigner, can read perfectly, but Japanese are unable to.
I'm used to standing at the right side of the escalator... My classmates would pull me onto the left side of the escalator whenever we're out in Yokohama 😂😅
Yes, I'm with you on that one. Did you know that inside a shinkansen they have signs that read: "When using a laptop, the sound of your keyboard might bother the ones around you." There's another one with the same thing but about headphones.😂
I would like to see a reverse interview with Japanese people who have traveled to the states and what they thought about manners in the states. I bet a Japanese person who rode the Bay Area Rapid Transit would have some stories to tell. Especially if they walked through the Civic Center station.
@@unkopower7899 That's just such an idiotic hateful thing to say - creating a problem intentionally, and then complaining about it. SF - "I didn't know they cared so little about other people that they provide no public bathrooms whatsoever". Japan has farrrrr more public bathrooms. In SF, you have to depend on businesses - and said businesses flat out break the law, which requires that e.g. food establishments in most cases MUST provide restrooms for customers, but they ignore this and shut down their restrooms entirely
Most of the things discussed in this video are also common habits for people in the Netherlands. I hate it when a group of tourists are blocking the shopping streets in Amsterdam. These streets are smaller as opposed to your regular shopping street in the Netherlands, as Amsterdam maintains a more classic street design (the streets are basically older to put it bluntly). These shopping streets might not be as small as say Shibuya's shopping streets, however, you can't go wrong by taking natives into account. In fact you as a tourist are visiting another people's country, so it only makes sense to adapt to their rules and habits during your stay. Another thing I find most annoying is how sometimes a whole group of tourists (due to tourist organization trips) are blocking the road to my work while I am in a hurry. Just don't stand in the middle of where people are walking and you are fine. You can easily make pictures or talk to your buddies from the side of the road too.
The problem with filming is you’re being recorded by surveillance cameras and sometimes webcams wherever you go in public anyway. So we all have to be mindful of that really.
these are just things i already do this way, but i have to say that almost nobody else in germany is doing this, so it is good to have a video to show everybody how it should be
Great video thanks 😊 The one thing I find a little puzzling is almost all the 'rules' I feel like are just mostly common sense and common decency... Maybe it's because I'm from London a fair few of the rules apply here too. But honestly I'm shocked people behave outside of this in public especially in a different country!! Bags on train seats, blocking escalators 😱😂
I agree - most of these rules apply when commuting in Chicago. The one that isn't universal in the States is about being quiet. They actually set up designated quiet cars on my train line (2 per train) for people who want quiet during the morning and afternoon commute. Outside of that, most people try to be quiet but there are others who converse loudly with others, on the phone, etc.
The not eating or talking too loudly on the train is the polite thing to do, no matter what country your in. Right now I travel a lot by train and bus to get to my campus and I can honestly say I absolutely hate it when people start eating chips or things with loud wrappers. There are always people on the train or bus that talk so loudly that everyone in the wagon can hear the conversation. Because I know I hate it and there must be others that hate it as well, I’ll never eat something on the train (also because it’s one of the most unhygienic places to eat your food) and when I do talk to someone I’ll be as quiet as possible. It also seems obvious that you make space for people that need to get on/off.
1:42 There's same thing with the escalator in Moscow Metro, but reversed. On the right are people that waiting, on the left are walking people. It can be connected to left-handed or right-handed traffic.
A good handful of these are good common sense advice 😂😂 still nice to know what the living Japanese public thinks - instead of just 'tips and tricks' boxes in textbooks lol
When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
The escalator part is not easy if you are living or visiting around the Kansai area however. People stand on both sides. In Osaka, you stand on the right side and walk on the left. I lived in Mie, Kanagawa and currently in Aichi and people are standing on both sides lol. But as someone noted in the comments earlier, I've also seen a lot of Japanese do these same things also. My thoughts are that each prefecture/region has some of their own modifications to what's right or wrong but is in general, the same.
In which countries do people open the food before they buy it in the supermarket? :O Aside from that, those are very valid points. I personally also don't like people filming and recording (especially when swimming or being somewhere with swimwear)
I'm in the US, and I've seen a few times people opening food in supermarkets before paying for it. It doesn't constantly happen, but it's not uncommon either. I personally hate seeing this; how hungry or thirsty are you that you have to open something within seconds of grabbing it??? I honestly don't know if its common elsewhere, but I figure the reason it happens is that a lot of tourists have spent hours walking around, are hungry or thirsty, get to a supermarket, and think it's OK to open something and start munching or gulping away with the pretext that "I'm going to pay for it".
@@ErikaBernLambda It's not. Just because some rude people exist that do these things it does not mean that we should be OK with it and normalize such behavior.
@@instantramengod5704 Wow, so you believe that it's OK to be rude to someone because of something that was done in the age of their ancestors? If you really think so then we must treat everyone rudely since wars have existed as long as humanity in our history. Should I swear and spit at people in Germany because of ww2 then? Disgusting way of thinking. I'd say it's common sense to be respectful and mind your manners when you're a tourist in a country not your own. If you can't even do this much you should probably stay at home and never travel. :P
We have many Japanese who visit our national park in Banff, Alberta, Canada. As a Canadian, I would not agree to anything but politeness and respect for any visitor to our country. Japanese don’t act the same as us but why should they when they are Japanese? We don’t bow but we are not offended if Japanese want to do that. In general, Canadians are tolerant of others behavior whether they are visitors or even live here full time. Many Canadians are also not very polite to each other and when their behavior offends us we might mention it or just leave the situation. There are good and bad people everywhere. When others visit our country, they should just act the way they would in their own counties. Tolerance of minor differences should just be the norm everywhere. If somebody is really out of line, ask them politely to refrain from their offensive behavior. Any civilized visitor would politely comply. If you really think that all guests to Japan should study and abide by your culture while in Japan? Do you really want the same treatment when you go on vacation in our country? Sometimes it seems a little crowded in the hot springs in Banff, especially with Japanese tourists, should we get annoyed that they are occupying all the best spots? Maybe the Japanese public should come and visit Canada and see how different people can get along with people who don’t look like themselves.
been living in osaka for 6 years, and let me tell you the the escalator thing is not true 😂. the ONLY prefecture that stands on the right and walks on the left is osaka. every other prefecture stand on the left and walks on the right even in kyoto and kobe which is also in the kansai area same as osaka.
oh, the video you shared is quite interesting! It sheds light on some things that foreigners may unintentionally do in Japan that can be seen as disrespectful or inappropriate. It's important to be aware of cultural differences and customs when visiting or living in a foreign country. Some common things that can sometimes cause negative reactions include: - Lack of Politeness: Japanese culture places great importance on politeness and respect. Foreigners may unknowingly engage in behavior that is considered impolite, such as not using appropriate honorific language or forgetting to bow when necessary. - Disregard for Etiquette: Not following proper etiquette in public spaces like trains, restaurants, or temples can be seen as disrespectful. It's essential to observe and learn the proper behavior in different situations. - Cultural Insensitivity: Insensitivity towards Japanese customs, traditions, or beliefs can lead to negative perceptions. It's crucial to educate oneself about Japanese culture and show respect for local practices. - Language Barriers: While not necessarily a reason for hate, struggling with the Japanese language can sometimes lead to misunderstandings or frustration. Making an effort to learn basic Japanese phrases can go a long way in improving communication and building positive relationships. I highly recommend the app Teuida! It's important to remember that not everyone in Japan will react negatively, and many people are understanding and welcoming towards foreigners. Being respectful, open-minded, and willing to learn from your experiences can help foster positive interactions and create meaningful connections during your time in Japan. 🇯🇵😊
Japanese people break these rules or manners all the time. So it was pretty refreshing to see that one guy acknowledging it. Lots of Japanese people are guilty of stopping midway up the escalator, cutting in line, blocking the walkway, and eating/drinking on trains. It especially annoys me when the sidewalk says "no bikes" but people bike on it anyway smh. Foreigners who have lived in Japan long enough can attest to this. I really wish there was a debate or even a field observation video to show that Japanese people don't follow their own standards of rules and manners. And then show the findings to Japanese people who think otherwise - kind of like the experiment where a guy puts a Quran book cover over the bible and ask people their opinions on some verses. I'm only saying this because questions like this are framed to limit (and even force) people to become narrow-minded. I tell my students to be self-aware and think critically all the time. It's so important. (I'm probably just ranting to the wrong channel lmao.)
Apparently, this video is designed to make foreigners feel like they are being evacuated. From my point of view as a Japanese, these people are just describing basic Japanese manners. They are not condemning foreigners. There are things you should know before visiting your country. It's the same thing. And I am not stating rules, just basic manners. Every country has its own kind of manners. It is the same as that. Don't mistake the opinion of some young people in some parts of Japan as the opinion of Japan. Always be self-aware and think critically. You are just dancing with this video maker.
No I completely agree. With this sentiment. We forget that humans are humans lol. And even the Japanese people will have fallacies in their manners and etiquette.
@@jame254 Many of the commenters here are foreigners who have misunderstood something about this video. All Japanese know that there are Japanese who violate manners. Everyday we can see crimes and problems of Japanese people in the news. For some reason, many people seem to see this video and take it as if only foreigners commit manners. The people in this video are just describing the common manners that are often said in Japan. Or about the manner violations they personally feel. Just recently, there was a very big top news story about Japanese young people violating manners in restaurants. And it is also true that in Kyoto, there have actually been problems with foreign tourists violating manners.
Totally agree with you . I'm leaving Japan (Osaka ) for 2 years and i can say Japanese are not so respectful as they said about the rules , but they focus to much on foreigners who don't follow their rules in my opinion . HonestlyI guess it's same problem everywhere
@@jondo9884 It is not a rule, but a manner. You are asking about Japanese manners that you should know when you come to Japan, and they are just answering your question. If I asked you to tell me the basic manners of your country, you would answer something. That doesn't mean that you would say that everyone in your country follows them. However, the majority of Japanese actually behave in a manner that does not bother others, and those who violate manners are in the minority. The same is true for foreigners visiting Japan. Foreigners who violate manners are in the minority. In other words, you are mistaken that Japanese people "do not respect manners so much".
You are so right,ive been coming to japan since 1984 and i learned a lot about here is Discipline…i respect them especially if you are in a public place…im your new subscriber here,hope to see more videos from you..☺️❤️
In 10 days among Japanese you’ll see Japanese doing all of these. But they have the nihonjin card. Note some stations change the right/left thing on stairs.
Thanks for an amazing video, the video quality is amazing, and there are a few things that I find common in locals as well. 1 - I have seen locals eating and drinking inside buses and trains. 2 - Some locals also talk loudly inside the train. 3 - It happened many times when I give space to people when exiting the train by going out and then coming IN, someone always takes my place. 4 - I have seen locals smoking in the parks. 5 - I understand that most beings don't want to be in vlogs or videos coz they are shy or they don't like it or they want to be private. How about the camera's that are live all the time in Shibuya "just saying". As a foreigner, I don't mind these things as most of them are common in other countries. However, let's make Japan a better place to live. 🥰🥰🥰🥰
@@ErikaBernLambda It's definitely not common. I've lived in Tokyo and in Sapporo and I've never seen anyone do that, except on Shinkansen which is a long distance train and therefore has different rules. It's allowed to eat and drink on a Shinkansen. If you take a long distance bus it is also allowed. The difference here is normal commuter trains, busses and subways where you of course should not eat or drink. Only time I ever saw someone speaking loudly on the subway it was a group of foreigners. :/
The escalator thing is not always the same across Japan, for instance Osaka seems to be the opposite, people not in a hurry tend to stand on the right to let others walk quickly on the left. I noticed this in almost every train station in Osaka.
I was in Japan for a few days with my family and a drunk Japanese college aged guy walked up to us sitting in the train and started grunting at us. We didn't know what he wanted until my sister in law gave up her seat to him and then he stopped grunting. Never experienced anything like it for several years in the Hong Kong MTR system.
I need to start streaming in Japan because everything the Japanese people said in this video are done by Japanese too. Japanese people break every rule they have. They wander aimlessly on the sidewalk, talk loudly on trains, take pictures without permission by pretending they’re watching a video (you can see the reflection of your face on their screen in the train window) 😡, etc. At least those guys admitted Japanese smoke outside of designated areas.
I hate saying this but, Japanese are people too lol they are going to break or bend every rule the possibly can. This video has decent info but it is for the novice.
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
@@WhiteHorseX I'm 55, have had an interest in Japan's culture/history since i was 13, i know many of the customs, forgotten a lot probably; studied Japanese in high school for a year, just recently re-learning, i'm watching an old Japanese series ''The Yoshimune Chronicle: Abarenbo Shogun '' 吉宗記 暴れん坊 or 自由な将軍 Many of the custom are similar in my country (we even drive on the same side of the road/footpath - most people and on escalators), used to be common not to talk loudly on public transport... Some things are odd some chopstick etiquette, if the offender is from the West, i haven't used chopsticks in about 10 years... ''irritated'' is worse then ''nuisance'' , doesn't really bother me; It's was a common saying ''When in Rome, do as the Romans do'' , if i visited Japan, or else where i'd try to not be a nuisance ;D
As an English person I can't think of many things more pleasant than a quiet train journey. Don't think Ive ever had one here without putting music in my ears.
Really grossed out about the guy taking the school girl's photo even after she told him no. I can't help but think he was probably a weeb, but either way people need to be respectful of others.
Some things mentioned in the video also apply to my country fortunately. But here it's pretty common to hear people loud phone calls on the train, especially near the capital. And there's loud drunkards and people putting their feet on the seats. It's really annoying. I wish we had some of that Japanese ettiquette here.
I moved there after reading books and guide books. There are so many rules NOT covered, and people never told me. Sometimes there is only so much you can learn from observation if noone tells you. For example, I didn't know not to eat in public. Just because I didn't see people do it, didn't mean that I knew it was a rule - maybe they weren't hungry when I was or they ate in their house when I was in a different suburb. I think if you have a way of doing things, and people not doing that correctly annoys you, you have to be able to politely tell them, otherwise you perpetuate the problem. i found that if someone did tell me, they were already upset and frustrated. Most people aren't being rude on purpose (though they do talk about people being really rude tourists - sorry for them). Videos explaining the rules is helpful (though you would need sooo many videos for all the small, contextual rules as we can see from the eating rules that may not be known by a Japanese person). It's just a shame it had to start with 'What do you hate about foreigners?', rather than 'If you come to Japan, here are the rules.' It's just normalising the anti-foreigner attitude that makes it so hard to live there. I'm sure that Japanese travellers in other countries can understand preferring to be told so they don't cause further offence. So please help us out.
Minding your surroundings while walking is rich coming from japanese girls. They are often known as Smartphone zombies in Japan, constantly on the phone, walking in a straight line, expecting everyone else to move out of their way.
Exactly. Do the Japanese know of the word "hypocrite"? Hahahaha. They are often socially dysfunctional, literally attached and obsessed with their phones and cameras and silly immature hobbies. Stuffed animals, dressing speakoing like tiny girls, etc.
Tbh, most of the foreigners you meet here are incredibly respectful of Japanese social rules because they know they're being scrutinised much harder than Japanese people. Honest mistakes are taken as being rude, and you're reduced to outsider status instantly.
It’s a bit closed-minded. They should know if someone foreign comes to their country and make mistakes it’s not always them being rude. Correcting the person is better than casting them as an outsider.
Most of those things seem like common sense and I wish more people in here in Germany would follow them. I mean there are many people who do but at the same time there’s also many people who do not.
4:55 As a street photographer, in the public area - there's no such thing for "asking permission", either that I have you framed or go around of my phone/camera.
That's right! Japan is a hierarchical society. Who can control whom, who's higher on the totem pole than whom. The stress that they endure from those around them translates and manifests into what you just witnessed at 4:55. So, those who got controlled in some form, subconsciously try to control others through any way shape or form possible, may that be through what you are allowed to do in public.
@@JapanTravel-vp3yr they can sing their complaint to the cops, they can ask me to delete the images. They could also reciprocate my actions (snap a pic, film me all they want). But no one can force me to delete the images I took as the images from my camera is still my work. As a street photographer, my intent for my works is to seek candid shots of people. Also documenting the everyday & mundane lives of people out in towns and cities. If I *have to* ask for permission, interaction with subjects of people tends to be very different. I feel frustrated by other people misunderstanding me when they have to act self-conscious and staging themselves like if I am some sort of paparazzi photographer. Which I am not. As long as I don't aim from too low and the incident happens on the sidewalks, or outside commercial buildings (including supermarkets). I have something to back up. Street photography of the likes of Bruce Gilden & Tatsuo Suzuki isn't assault or harassment. Too much of this can be creepy, albeit the wrong person. Which I can agree with the latter part of your comment. Many of these photographer's shots are taken in public areas outside commercial buildings. And I feel that they are aware and cautious of framing trademarks and copyrighted content.
Oh man, even in Melbourne with a bunch of loud Aussies, tourists in the street filming people is so frustrating! I have had tourists film myself and friends whenever we get dressed up to go to metal concerts or out because we like dressing a bit over the top. And tourists while on call to their family overseas will shove their cameras in our faces. It is so horrible. Or tourists will get mad if you walk in front of their live streams/videos when you're just trying to get to school or work. We also have the same escalator rule here too. It is so frustrating when people put their luggage or stand to talk with friends on the escalator/stairs when you need to get somewhere.
Definitely agree with the people being loud on the phone. There was an Italian guy at a cafe in Ginza facetiming his someone and he was talking so damn loud for no reason.
It’s funny , yes the people on the trains are quiet. But have you heard the train??? I go deaf whenever there is a slight bend. But ya my drinking or eating might wake the person 😅
Why do they allow people to eat and drink on the Shinkansen if it bothers them so much? I'll be in Japan in a few weeks and need to be sure that I won't be bothering people on the Shinkansen by eating an ekiben en route.
I am Japanese. Eating and drinking on the Shinkansen is not a problem. The Shinkansen is a long trip, so it is like eating and drinking on an airplane. If you eat or drink on a local bus or train, you will be looked at coldly.
@@WhiteHorseX I get looked at coldly simply because I am a gaijin, the funny part is I am a 日本育ち外人😂 You guys should really stop this creepy behavior of staring at gaijins, or atleast smile when you stare because it’s so creepy just staring at people like that. In foreign countries, you will get punched for doing that😂
@@lifeinjapan1592 The reason you are being stared at is not because you are a foreigner, but because of other factors that make people hate you. It can be easily inferred from your words and actions. Your words and actions give off a creepy aura, and your face also gives off a creepy aura, doesn't it? Go look in the mirror and wash your face.
Shinkansen is usually for long trips, and there's mainly reserved seats with small tables, so the chances of spilling is smaller. It's also not as crowded as a normal train too. It's best to not be too rowdy in there too, though.
The comment about people walking in groups and blocking the sidewalks off is an actual pet peeve for me too. Especially when they're walking slow and all I want to do is get pass them. Being conscious and respectful of the people around you is only a strange concept in the west...
Many of these issues, such as the trains - is the same as light-rail in many American cities. But light-rail is also new to some cities. So things like blocking the exit of trains doors and elevators happens a lot. I've seen people (in the USA) trying to GET into the trains before letting people get off. Duh.
as a foreigner living in Japan, I'd like to add: Don't walk into the train or konbini acting like you own it, talking loudly on the phone, ignoring your surroundings, and ESPECIALLY don't go up to the cashiers while talking on your phone. You are wasting their time, and everyone elses. It's just plain rude, I've seen it happen so many times. Everyone's just trying to relax buy what they came to buy, rest on the way to work/way home. No one appreciates the loud and obnoxous attitude. Plus it's just not good manners to be on your phone in closed spaces.
Most of it is just common sense, and I agree with almost everything they said. The point is all of these behaviors are held by japanese people around me many times, and while nobody tells anything to other japanese people, I've seen many times people getting insanely mad at foreigners having the same bad behaviors or manners (most of the times without being aware of doing something bad or wrong, differently from the japanese behaving exactly in the same way, intentionally giving a s**t about rules). Well, this makes me mad, it feels like is always easy for them screaming at foreigners while nobody cares about other japanese people with the awareness of doing something wrong.
I am Japanese. I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason. This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible. For example 6:02 5:42 [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance] These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated. It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)". In fact, it is stated in a much softer way. The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations. I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation. Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video. I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video. [It's a nuisance] [That's a nuisance]
@@ExpatPlans365 I am Japanese. You would be wise not to learn anything from this video. The English translation is horseshit and I suggest you actually come to Japan and experience Japanese culture to learn why they behave the way they do. You still don't know anything about the Japanese. The people in the video are a small group of young people from a small region, a small group of biased Japanese chosen by the interviewer, and furthermore, the English translation has been perverted. If you think that is the way of thinking of Japan as a whole, you are greatly mistaken. Learn from your travels in Japan. Japanese people do not care one bit about your manners.
It's just the same in Bali we expect the foreign tourists behave as normal human being. Some of them just get deported because they mostly act like a non human being.
When they see don't eat on public transport, I am assuming they don't include long distance haulers, e.g. shinkansen, Tokaido line, overnight buses etc. Cause like 90% of people eat on them... also I don't fancy not eating for 8 hours on a overnight bus... Another thing, with escalators, apparently it depends where you are, which is really weird. Depending whether or not you are in an Imperial city or merchant city will depend on which side you can stop on. E.g. Kyoto and Osaka stand on different sides of escalators which is really confusing for tourists.
Usually in the United States (not sure about the rest of the world), you're not supposed to eat anything in a store before buying it. It's called "grazing," and is most commonly done with chips, snacks, or items that you need to weigh (fruit comes to mind), so eat now and then pay less at the checkout (which equals theft). Sampling an item to see if it's ripe might be fine, but eating half the bag before weighing it isn't.
In Canada it’s the same. Maybe if you’re buying a large amount of an item from a more informal vendor (i.e. I’ve seen fruit vendors say it’s ok to try a blueberry or whatever) but opening a closed container food/drink before you buy it is a no-no.
@@atlasiscooler4694 Same ettiquette in Australia, i've seen it here, and it's increasing (The poor, drugs, delinquency etc), i've seen videos of people doing it in the U.S and the U.K (Not to mention certain people)...
Group of tourists are everyone in world, I'm from Istanbul, Turkey and saw many japanese tourists groups who stands on narrow streets. It is not about people who visits to japan. I believe they do not travel the world enough so they dont know what they hate about is not about being foreigner in Japan.
You are so correct! Japanese tour groups are infamous for being annoying. I’ve seen them in every country. They have a group leader who carries a flag and it doesn’t matter where they are, the leader will speak loudly to them. I have witnessed it in the Louvre in Paris where I couldn’t see the Mona Lisa because a huge group of Japanese showed up and surrounded it. It was rude. We Americans don’t like traveling in groups. We seem to prefer solo travel for more freedom. I want to come to Turkey soon!
@@danielgloverpiano7693 Yeah but thats a tourist group thing not about nationality at all. Specially old cities have some kind of problem because of narrow streets. I never visit usa but your streets are wide enough I guess for large tourists group. I saw americans with europeans btw XD specially olders most likely travel with tourist guide. You can get it when you come to Turkey :) we have cats, nice food and many historic era ruins XD also nice sea ~
@@whitekiki good points. A friend just came back from Istanbul and loved it! I am a cat lover, so I will feel at home. Thank you! Yes, America is a bit different when it comes to our tourist sites. Washington DC is especially wide and spacious and it never feels crowded even when you know there are lots of people. The museums of the Smithsonian are so spread out that some people take a shuttle bus between buildings.
I think some people become stupid when they are tourists. I live near a beach/hotel area in Puerto Rico, and when I go to CVS pharmacy I am surprised that women wearing thong bikinis that barely cover anything are offended when they are told to wear a cover up or a towel (and sometimes even sandals because they are barefoot!) to come into the store. It’s almost like rules do not apply to them. I would love to see them wearing their micro bikinis at their local pharmacy, see what happens. 😂
Oh gosh, someone did that at a store near my way.(I live in the United States) they were coming from swimming at nearby pool and thought it was okay to come to the store in their swimsuits, that was not okay. I couldn’t believe that.
Here some tourists would remove shirts and sunbathe at the airport or on a sidewalk. Idk why they couldn't wait and go to the beach to do that. So occasionally we get random people in bras and wearing almost no clothing just chilling on the sidewalk
I have a friend from Manchester Uk that lives in Japan. As she told me similar social rules in Japan. As even though I would be polite in general as I’m also from Uk and Leeds is like a mini London most folk are polite in general but do get the odd few rude folk. I also don’t like folk smoking in the street especially when it goes blasting in your face as you walk on by >x
No offense, but some of the things they don't like about foreigners. They should hold themselves also times to it. Because just like foreigners, the Japanese are not all quiet in the train (often enough experienced when I lived there) or eat in the train enough Japanese eat onigiri in the train. I think sometimes you should also consider tourists and foreigners who live there are huge differences. Tourists can not know everything, foreigners living in Japan should already know many manner from work, school or friends. And what I also find important is that what you expect from foreigners in Japan you should also do abroad, thanks for understanding.
like, i live in america, and i thought it was js common sense to not walk in big clumps, like i get it. it's hard, sometimes i do it to on accident, but like, it's annoyinggggg! cause then we have to go around them and walk into the street which is super busy. like stop.. and like, don't cut a line. that's common sense :/ and idk. it's js weird. AND FOR CRYING OUT LOUD ASK IF A SEAT IS TAKEN BEFORE U SITTTTT
I am from Sweden, but I really think almost all of these things are common sense. I wish everyone in Sweden had this respect for others...
Japanese in Japan don't have this respect in the numbers they wish they did either. Foreigners just stand out.
In Sweden it’s more on the buss than trains for me
It seems like common sense to me too, but so many Australians are guilty of this crap, it drives me nuts.
Common sense ain’t common as the saying goes. The girls talking about live streamers was funny lol I never really saw it while I was over there.
Yes, my brother, you're right! In Japan, they take some simple common sense stuff and make a big deal out of it as if it were only a Japanese trait. Welcome! 🤗
Been living in Japan for quite some time and most of the things they say that they hate, I see many Japanese people do the exact same things. I wonder if their responses would be the same if you asked them "What would you think if you saw a Japanese person do X?"
Right on! 😂 I can see You've lived long enough in Japan to actually be able to bypass the facade and realize what's happening. When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
@@codrin1862Also people would give you more consideration because you are foreigner and don't know any better. But if you're Japanese there doing the society would hammer you down because the nail that stick its head out get hammered..But if you're not those group aka foreigner they would be more forgiving although it doesn't give pleasant image to you
Simple they would get more ridiculed than foreigners because you're part of the society if you're Japanese. Foreigners would only receive bad image but you're not getting hammered down by their collective society
I have never seen a foreigner spit on the ground in Japan and I have been living here on and off for 16 years.
But, I see ojisan do it often in the street and on train platforms.
I’m Japanese. We don’t care if foreigners can’t use chopsticks well because we know they don’t use in their countries😂
Oh yes I do. But usually when I am eating Chinese food not Japanese. I just show my American low culture and pick up that Shushi with my fingers. I tried squid once. It is a great way to develop your jaw's chewing capacity. Squid makes for powerful jaws. はい、箸は使います。 でも、たいてい私が食べているのは日本料理ではなく中華料理です。 私はお寿司を指で食べます。 これが私のアメリカの低俗な文化が証明された方法です。 一度イカを試してみました。 顎の咀嚼能力を発達させるのに最適な方法です。
thank god I was like please dont shame me i dont know how these work i know im dumb XD
@@OwenMcKinney-j2k Sushi is supposed to be eaten with hands in formal settings
Every part of the world has their own way to eat and some places have weird laws on how you eat certain foods if I remember it correctly in Georgia you're only allowed to eat fried chicken at restaurants with your hand where you be put in jail if you eat fried chicken when you eat it with forks, knives, spoons, as well even chopsticks but it's not a forced law because what cop is going to waste their time people not eating fried chicken with their hands.
Thanks. We promise to not judge you on your fork-wielding skills 😂
Yeah, just so everyone knows, going around taking pictures of school girls isn't just rude in Japan. Frankly it'll get you arrested in a lot of other countries!
Pretty sure the law in Japan covers everyone. It's illegal to photograph someone without their permission. Hence in media they always blur group shots, film below their head, or even hold-up masks to hide the interviewer's faces. Even in social media, friends cover their friends faces in group shots to be respectful. It's crazy 😆
Seriously wtf is wrong with people? 😂Taking pictures of school girls (or any girls/women for that matter) is just plain creepy!
💯 I also wrote something similar as it is not acceptable.
@@RainbowEssence-c3w I think it's ok, if you're a photographer, ask nicely and respect it if you get a "no". Just don't be a dick or annoy these people. At least for adults - kids/teens is a different topic, might be very much illegal without the parent's consent.
@@arparso True, if you get permission first it's okay, but yeah just taking pictures of people without asking is just plain creepy (especially if you don't have a legitimate reason, like you're a photographer or something). And yeah def not okay to take pictures of kids/teens (if you happen to catch on in the background by accident that's okay, just don't go around taking pictures specifically of kids/teens because that's just plain creepy and likely to get you in legal trouble)!
The picture incident is so disturbing. I can't help but think of the worst for why this man wanted a picture of a young girl in her school uniform so bad he did it against her will
gross!!
It is gross but most likely perfectly legal, she was in a public space that is where its legal (not sure about the laws in Japan) but in the states anyone can take a picture of you legally in public spaces. 😟
@@charlottesmom But they cant post it legally without consent
I feel so bad for that girl's friend in school uniform. It must've been some weeaboo creep who doesn't know personal boundaries, smh. No means freaking no! Getting your picture taken by strangers without permission is freaking creepy.
Yeah, exactly. These weebs don't care though because Japanese people won't confront them about it. That creep should be banned from Japan.
Tourists in general treat the people living in said country like they're employees at a theme park.
@@fireaza IKR?, if they did that in the countries I've lived in (Spain, UK, France, USA), they would get a lawsuit.
Men harass women and girls everywhere. And I wish they talked about how it is Japanese men themselves who have also created that creepy culture around objectifying and sexualizing girls.
@@fireaza don't generalize everyone
I definitely agree with this video. But just to play devils advocate, after living here for five years during covid when tourism was halted, many Japanese ppl did those same things lol. I still get annoyed when I'm going up the escalators and ppl don't follow the escalator manner. For me, it kind of really made me realize that while not to the extent of foreigners(since they're bringing their own culture and mannerisms with them), some Japanese ppl do the same it just gets overshadowed because "Look the foreigner!!" Though that goes for any country I suppose. Basically like all the other comments just be respectful lol. As for the picture guy.....fuck that dude.
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
@@WhiteHorseX The translation is not bad as you think. How else would you want them to translate it then. The Japanese interviewed may have put it *slightly* nicer in their original language but they mean what they said, that some of foreigners are causing them 迷惑
@@HeikiDaNaa Are you at a native Japanese level?
As I told you, this video English translation is not a faithful English translation of their words as they are, but a "translation of meaning".
「It's a nuisance.」
「I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)」
These are two very different words, "personal opinion" or "definitive assertion".
If you do not understand this difference, you are definitely not at the level of a native Japanese speaker.
To confirm this, please reply to me in Japanese.
日本語で返信してください。シンプルな日本語だけではなく細かいニュアンスなども含めてくださいね。
日本語の場合翻訳機を使っても、その人が日本語を知っているか知っていないか簡単にバレます。
@@WhiteHorseX 日本語はもっとうまく説明する必要があるかもしれません。日本のすべての悪い英語は言うまでもありません。特に、ここ日本のすべての英語教育学校もあります。ここ日本の英語は、より詳細に学ぶ必要があります。日本の英語学校、またはデイキャンプ、または日本の子供たちを降ろすための保育園の場所..私の意見では何も学ばないだけです。それはTシャツ、建物の名前、英語の看板、そして日本人がより多くの観光客に来てほしい他の多くの場所で示されています。多くの点で、日本はアメリカに似ていますが、日本人にとっては.
@@KenyukoIMAdventure Go to the hospital.
I mean, I get blocked by groups of Japanese walking side-by-side several times a day, they can’t really single out foreigners for that lol
They don't single out foreigners. If any Japanese people especially elders found out a bunch of modern Japanese did that. Expect hell from them. Foreigners just got a bad first impression due to being new but if you're Japanese and do that , the society would disown you. Pick your poison. I'd rather be a foreigner making mistakes in Japan than a Japanese person making mistakes in Japan
the big foreign tour groups are the biggest offenders in blocking sidewalks, train entrances. Once in a while Japanese will do it but not to the extent of foreigners.
@@unkopower7899 of course the big tourist groups are the worst. I’m talking about groups of 5+ people, in which case Japanese are far more common offenders (in terms of raw numbers) than foreigners. Particularly students.
@@unkopower7899 I literally have the same problem with Japanese tour groups in Australia so maybe we all just need to accept that’s the way it is sometime with travellers and get over it?
South Korea is even worse!!
The blocking the streets thing isn’t isolated in Japan. It happens everywhere that there are guided tours. It’s more of a group size
Not just guided tours, just in general, so many times you can't get around a person, especially in the mall or grocery store.
Yeah, I was gonna say, that's groups of tourists all over the world, no matter where they come from. No bus full of tourists walks around any tourist destination like Madeline in a nice, neat row
When you are in an unfamiliar situation, you tend to remain close to your "tribe", which in these cases is the tourist group, it's natural and usually unconscious behavior
I’m so glad, that the young generation is against smoking! When I was living in Kumamoto, twenty-five years ago, the only thing I couldn't stand was cigarette smoke everywhere! It made me sick to my stomach constantly. Many men’s fingers were yellow from tobacco. Now a gaijin with a cigarette is a nuisance on the streets of Tokyo 😂😂😂 Way to go, Japan!
nope most vape now :) and certain areas like Shibuya, especially in the backstreets/alleys there are tons of people smoking, whatever their age
@@Sephira08 2nd and 3rd hand vaping is not at all as bad as cigarette smoking and 1st hand is also not nearly as bad
@@DarkEpicPheonix but vaping definitely means no strewn cigarette butts and odour
Comparing Kumamoto 25 years ago with Tokyo today is meaningless.😂😂😂You should live well in your country. Good luck.
you can still smoke in restaurants, especially izakayas, that's annoying
Actually as a foreigner / tourist in Japan, easiest is just carefully watch, how they are interacting! No one talks on a train, why should you? No one smokes on the street, why should you? I had some experiences with Japanese working at an airport. Handling a group of 100 Japanese travellers was easier than a group of 20 Europeans. They were so organized and efficient. It was so amazing! They are so polite and show manners anywhere. I really was afraid of making people in Japan annoyed by my behaviour. I guess I didn´t. I just copied them.
i feel like this is better in general. I come from England which is a country where loads of people smoke now days, and most people are quiet rude. Honestly i think this should be in most countries because the last think id want is an obnoxious guy talking loudly on the train / catching a whiff of people smoking.
It is more a fitting in and not standing out.
I'm confused about the smoking part, so you can't just smoking outside anywhere you like, while walking etc.?
@@Mwoods2272 its not being a sheep its just being respectful lmfao
@@fatimaperez5383 As they said in the video, no. You should only do it in smoking designated areas.
As with any rule, there will be those who respect, and those who don't.
I've been living here in Japan for over 30 years and many of the things these young people say are very true and were practiced like 20 years ago...many Japanese ppl do those exact same things.
So... It just common behavior in Japan? and Foreigner judged more than if Japanese who do It?
Yeah but those people get the weird eye and are universally hated.
Thanks for all your hard work!
That creep who takes pictures of school girls is morbidly disturbing, and should be reported.
I too am a foreigner who lives in Japan. I have done so for quite some time. I am from Australia and i grew up with a home where we respect honor and privacy. In Japan i understand and stick by all the rules. Perhaps because i have been in japan on and off since i was 6 years old and now i am 52. to me it is not rules, but socially normal and common sense. I too do not like bad behaviour in foreigners anywhere. It is not hard to take some time to learn socially acceptable rules for a place you visit. However, even members of my own family fail to do this and i find it embarrassing. As i am white, many people view me as a foreigner, although i may speak Japanese at a restaurant, it is like they do not understand me and turn to my Korean friends who do not speak japanese. Judged by appearance can be a little annoying. However, i find Japan easier to live in mostly.
I really appreciate your story, and I found it really interesting.
I'm an Aussie myself, and have loved Japan for many years.
Thank you for telling us a little bit about your experience!
Mate, i'm 55, and totally agree with ''a home where we respect honor and privacy'', we used to be quiet on public transport and place; usually friday/saturday night was happy and loud, though usually shut up after 12PM, everything is changing...
Even in a Japanese restaurant in Australia they pretended not to understand when i asked for a serving of takoyaki, i was so happy to find a Japanese restaurant in my small city in rural QLD (unfortunately they don't Okonomiyaki - Tongue-twister is i don't practice the word hahahaha).
If had quiet an interest in Japan since i was about 13 (since i watched Shogun 1980), i did a year of Japanese language in High School etc, so i found it 'a ''curious'' encounter
I've lived and worked in Tokyo for a year and a half, and I've never seen almost all of these, and the ones I have seen have been only a few times max. Also, the things I have seen apply to Japanese people too. I see way more Japanese people not following escalator rules than I do foreigners, and I hear Japanese people talking on the train almost every day, even more so when it's approaching the last train of the night, those are always full of conversation.
Honestly, I think a lot of Japanese people already have it in their minds that foreigners will do something bad, so even the slightest thing is judged way harsher than when Japanese people do the same.
そもそも日本で電車で喋っちゃいけないなんてルールはどこにもありません。
そもそも喋る相手がいないから喋らないことのが多いだけです。
マナー違反でもない。外国人がこういうビデオで勘違いするのは甚だ迷惑。
Yeah bc they’re one of the most xenophobic and hypocrite people from the entire world
@@ちゃーちゃー-l5u Well, many video including this made It like theres such rules everywhere so...
Just like how there are stereotypes of British tourists in Dutch or Australian tourists in Bali. It is always more annoying when it's the "outsiders" who do it, such is the nature of humans.
@@ちゃーちゃー-l5uBut they stated it was rude in the video (to talk on trains) so who do we believe? We are visiting Japan in a few years (me my husband and our severely autistic son who is 26) my son can get a bit noisy at times when he's stressed or happy (he recites movies, TV shows, sings or hums) he doesn't do it to be a pain he just does it to self soothe (its called stimming). I'm worried about going on the trains (which we would like to do) simply because he can be a bit noisy and I don't want to be rude. There really is no shutting him up once he gets stimmy though.
So basically, be a respectful person towards others, lol. Sounds perfect, although I’m sure I’ll still get looked at 😂.
Let’s all be respectful and kind
Nah stuff that...
I live in NYC and everyone does everything that has been discussed. More and more I am looking forward to my trip
So basically "Show some damn consideration to the people around you!"
That's pretty good advice no matter where in the world you are.
Lovely to see subtitles in the video! They are much easier to read than the ones UA-cam uses.
I already knew lots of these but it's great to be reminded
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
@@WhiteHorseX wow! Thank you for informing us, i didn't know this!
the blocking the street thing happens in my country too often i get nervous. it's people that are like this, not just tourist
4:40 omg… I see Japanese men (sometimes women, but mostly men) all the time smoking in areas where there is CLEARLY a no smoking sign. As a foreigner that’s my biggest pet peeve. So many people smoke freely on the streets when there are no smoking signs everywhere. A lot of people also smoke while walking so you get a whiff of their second hand smoke in your face. They don’t seem to enforce the no smoking zones so no one does anything about it. In Canada where I’m from, they are very strict about where you can and can’t smoke so that would never fly in my home country. I have also witnessed some Japanese people cutting in line and walking in groups so that they block the path or block train doors. Also some Japanese men do the ‘man spreading’ on train seats 😅 Foreigners are very very far from perfect (even I get annoyed by some of the tourists) but neither are some Japanese people living here. With that said, this video is still very important for tourists who are planning to visit this year 🙌 At least the guy in that clip admitted that Japanese people are bad at following the no smoking signs 👍
Right on, brother! I see you've lived long enough in Japan to actually be able to bypass the facade and realize what's happening. When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
It's a lot worse in other parts of Asia and europe
@@WhiteHorseX you keep repeating this while not answering the poster of the original comment.
@@derplololol9717 I dotn think it’s meant to be an answer to the op, but rather letting other people know, that the translations is not the best, and shouldn’t get offended by it
Been visiting Japan for the past few weeks for some academic purposes with my university and I’ve been really struggling with trying to stay with my group at times because they do most of the things you absolutely should not do. The one thing I’m struggling with is finding a way through crowds. I don’t want to be in anyones way at all and I find there’s absolutely no order to where people move rn and sometimes I get either stuck behind slow moving people in lines or I end up having to weave my way through crowds to not bump into anyone but I consistently feel like I am in the way. There is also a struggle of navigating stores as well
Many escalators are starting to have signs saying you shouldn't walk (on either side) and just stand on them. I've seen the signs in Saitama and Tokyo. But most people ignore the signs.
And sometimes you have the random person just stopping half way up.
Yes I wanted to say same. The actually rules are to stop and be on the right and the left to have same weight balance.
Escalators are not there so lazy people can stop walking. There are there to keep the human traffic moving faster. They were never designed to let people stop walking. Stupid lazy people decided that themselfs… it’s to move people around faster…
I’m wondering if the worst Americans are going to Japan. Most of the things the interviewees mentioned are things that annoy most Americans too.
We have designated smoking areas, and I think most people are courteous to others on the escalators, most of us hate when people talk loudly on their phones in public, and most of us hate when people in groups walk side by side and don’t move for other people. I witness all of these things too. It seems these bad habits are practiced in families with bad (or missing) parents, and I also see it more with younger people who were born in the 1990s or later.
It annoys me also when I see people at the store and they eat fruit to test it or they open a drink or snack they haven’t paid for. Many of us were raised never to do this.
Most Americans won’t know about the chopstick etiquette from other countries.
In Australia, we stand on the LEFT, walk on the RIGHT on escalators.
Also, when you are walking on a footpath - keep to the left.
We do not mirror Japan. It is the Same!
Where in Australia are you??? I'm 55, lived in NSW, Vic, Taz and QLD, it's ALWAYS been left hand side - escalators (mirroring road rules) though it seem fairly common 25% -ish that don't walk on the left (they annoy me SO much), becoming more common.
I think most of these things are just common sense for a well behaved and educated person. You should not have a loud conversation on a train or open a bag of chips in the supermarket before buying them whether in Japan or not. I have been in Osaka for three weeks now and sadly, I can see a lot of other tourists being disrespectful and unable to adapt. But if I am a guest somewhere, I try to behave in such a way as not to offend the host. I think that would be the right and natural attitude anywhere in the world.
Ohh you’re so cool!! You should be praised for all eternity
This goes to show how much little its the people who actually have the minimum common sense to behave accordingly, pretty sad to being honest.
Eh, what's the problem with opening a bag of chips before you buy them? I do it all the time. No wonder your population is dying and still sticking to idiotic traditions.
As long you pay for it, why should you care?
The chopsticks things are not common sense AT ALL. How the hell would you know you can leave them both stuck in the rise?? For example too, making noises while eating ramen would be extremly rude in my country but in Japan it is normal, even if its a noise than can also bother other people eating. So yeah not all of them are "common sense"
@@fos8789 Ok, you are right, I was mostly thinking about the riding on the train and walking on the street parts, sorry.
As a tourist spending its last days of a long stay in Japan, I gotta say the main problem is not what you do as a tourist, but the fact of not being Japanese, as many state in other comments.
Japanese culture has many great and wonderful things, but they're still really close-minded in that way and once you get here you'll get judgement looks for everything you do. Even by people who work on the tourism field.
Plus, you can't expect young people to generally be able to speak English nor try to approach you in a friendly way. Only a few elder people actually show excitement towards foreigners and will make nice contact with you.
Or at least, that's been my partner and I's shared experience. They're respectful, but you can feel many times they don't really like you xD.
Alicia if Japanese were tourist in another country and people were that way with them and/or didn't like them they wouldn't like it.
it's honestly one of the reasons I don't want to visit Japan.
As much as I love Japanese people and culture, I know that they wouldn't love me (for multiple reasons). And honestly, I'm already really anxious and stressed out any time I'm traveling at all. Having the people around me resenting me for being there would just compound that anxiety and stress so much.
Yes what you’re saying is so true. They’re just respectful on the surface and for duty only. When out of duty, you’re no one and they don’t care nor respect you anymore.
That is true but everyone should have different opinion among Japanese ourselves for dislike or liking. We are all different.
There is common sense and you should respect where you are visiting.
I never really experienced that travelling alone. And to be fair the rude or obnoxious folk were the western and foreign folk, so sadly I feel many japanese folk do have a reason. I am always baffled coming back to europe in how many people have no sense of personal space, just litter everywhere and are extremely loud and obnoxious in trains. Japan was really heaven to me in that regard. But personally me just being polite and sticking to etiquette in japan it was alright.
I heard in the Kansai areas, the escalator etiquette is the opposite of Tokyo. ie standing line is on the right side, walking on the left.
Yes, in Tokyo you stand on the left, but in Osaka you stand on the right. Interestingly in Kyoto is interchangeable. Lmao
In Kyoto it is different depending on which station/where you are. Follow the signs 👍. You will not miss it.
about the escalators, it's almost common practice in Hawaii and Washington with the Asian demographic--- but it's always changing on which side is standing which side is going, just purly out of American understanding "left is fast lane/go, right is slow lane" and vice versa for other East Asian countries.
Same is true for Japanese tourists in the UK. They seem to forget all of these rules when they travel abroad. Especially in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Chynese are horrendous...
I’m looking forward to being in Japan soon- I love all the rules and consideration of others that is practiced there. Where I live, people don’t seem to value etiquette and good manners.
I find these videos very helpful. I observed all of these hated behaviors and even engaged in some of them out of ignorance. But I learned which helped immensely.
One rule that I was told over and over was the hashi watashi rule - passing food from one chopstick holder to the other. I find this strange simply because it is not common for Westerners to pass food from one fork to another due to hygiene. Moreover, many Westerners have experience using chopsticks but are not adept in using them like Japanese people which means they would have difficulties in even engaging in this thoughtless act. I have never seen any Westerner even think to do this. So why are we being told not to? Has anyone ever seen foreigners do this? I have seen other chopstick bad manners but not hashi wastashi.
Having asked this, I would like to say I love your video channel! Keep up the great work of interviewing people and sharing the information. ❤
All of these are basic manners rules and i love that they were respectful while telling what they didn't like! I would have been so annoyed by most of them too honestly. Looks like i have to learn how to hold chopsticks :.)
Just returned from Japan and my yt algorithm is doing its job. I haven't seen catchycat since the fashion gyaru channel! 😊❤
the left and right sides on the elevator are really convenient, but it can be confusing. in tokyo, you stand on the left, osaka on the right, and kyoto on the left again. it can get confusing.
usually just follow the person in front of you and hope he's not wrong or that you're not the first person.
also, most of these are common sense. to be self-conscious in public is the key here. and it's ok if you mess up or don't know everything. i saw japanese people smoke and walk (although not super common).
people are kind here and will know that you're a foreigner who doesn't know their rules well.
that's alright, just breathe and chill. enjoy your stay there.
Now it’s to stop and be in the center or with 2 persons. So no more right or left
And in either case it is against the rules to walk on escalators. The signs say so. Signs in Japanese that I, a foreigner, can read perfectly, but Japanese are unable to.
Great video! I'm arriving in June, tryna brush up on everything before then. 本当にありがとうございます！
I'm used to standing at the right side of the escalator... My classmates would pull me onto the left side of the escalator whenever we're out in Yokohama 😂😅
I love Japan. I hope visit country soon. Too much rules, but its important know them to respect their culture.
Sure
Yes, I'm with you on that one. Did you know that inside a shinkansen they have signs that read: "When using a laptop, the sound of your keyboard might bother the ones around you." There's another one with the same thing but about headphones.😂
I would like to see a reverse interview with Japanese people who have traveled to the states and what they thought about manners in the states. I bet a Japanese person who rode the Bay Area Rapid Transit would have some stories to tell. Especially if they walked through the Civic Center station.
I'd like to see that too.
I rode BART to SJC and the whole experience was sickening
I find the public transport in the Bay Area incredibly difficult to use, and it's one of the things I miss about NYC, really.
SF - "I didn't know it's acceptable to just poop in public on the sidewalk!"
@@unkopower7899 That's just such an idiotic hateful thing to say - creating a problem intentionally, and then complaining about it.
SF - "I didn't know they cared so little about other people that they provide no public bathrooms whatsoever". Japan has farrrrr more public bathrooms. In SF, you have to depend on businesses - and said businesses flat out break the law, which requires that e.g. food establishments in most cases MUST provide restrooms for customers, but they ignore this and shut down their restrooms entirely
Most of the things discussed in this video are also common habits for people in the Netherlands. I hate it when a group of tourists are blocking the shopping streets in Amsterdam. These streets are smaller as opposed to your regular shopping street in the Netherlands, as Amsterdam maintains a more classic street design (the streets are basically older to put it bluntly). These shopping streets might not be as small as say Shibuya's shopping streets, however, you can't go wrong by taking natives into account. In fact you as a tourist are visiting another people's country, so it only makes sense to adapt to their rules and habits during your stay.
Another thing I find most annoying is how sometimes a whole group of tourists (due to tourist organization trips) are blocking the road to my work while I am in a hurry. Just don't stand in the middle of where people are walking and you are fine. You can easily make pictures or talk to your buddies from the side of the road too.
The problem with filming is you’re being recorded by surveillance cameras and sometimes webcams wherever you go in public anyway. So we all have to be mindful of that really.
these are just things i already do this way, but i have to say that almost nobody else in germany is doing this, so it is good to have a video to show everybody how it should be
Great video thanks 😊 The one thing I find a little puzzling is almost all the 'rules' I feel like are just mostly common sense and common decency... Maybe it's because I'm from London a fair few of the rules apply here too. But honestly I'm shocked people behave outside of this in public especially in a different country!! Bags on train seats, blocking escalators 😱😂
I agree - most of these rules apply when commuting in Chicago. The one that isn't universal in the States is about being quiet. They actually set up designated quiet cars on my train line (2 per train) for people who want quiet during the morning and afternoon commute. Outside of that, most people try to be quiet but there are others who converse loudly with others, on the phone, etc.
Well, "show some consideration" _should_ be common sense, I agree. Unfortunately common sense is a lot less common than the name would imply.
@@patrikhjorth3291 it's very true I see it daily everywhere, yet I'm still surprised 🤣
England is one of the few Western countries in the world where social codes still exists. That is why.
The not eating or talking too loudly on the train is the polite thing to do, no matter what country your in. Right now I travel a lot by train and bus to get to my campus and I can honestly say I absolutely hate it when people start eating chips or things with loud wrappers. There are always people on the train or bus that talk so loudly that everyone in the wagon can hear the conversation.
Because I know I hate it and there must be others that hate it as well, I’ll never eat something on the train (also because it’s one of the most unhygienic places to eat your food) and when I do talk to someone I’ll be as quiet as possible.
It also seems obvious that you make space for people that need to get on/off.
I'm from the US and have always lived here. I have never heard of or seen people opening things in stores before you buy them. Who does that??
Thank you for taking the time to create this video. As a Japanese person this is very appreciated. Again thank you.
Im pretty sure taking pictures of school girls with out permission is not apropriate anywhere
Not to mention there are countries where even asking an underage school girl to take a picture of her is not apropriate.
1:42
There's same thing with the escalator in Moscow Metro, but reversed. On the right are people that waiting, on the left are walking people. It can be connected to left-handed or right-handed traffic.
Yes...
A good handful of these are good common sense advice 😂😂 still nice to know what the living Japanese public thinks - instead of just 'tips and tricks' boxes in textbooks lol
When a Japanese does something unacceptable here then what they're doing is wrong. However, if me and you do the same exact thing it's because we're foreigners 😂
The escalator part is not easy if you are living or visiting around the Kansai area however. People stand on both sides. In Osaka, you stand on the right side and walk on the left. I lived in Mie, Kanagawa and currently in Aichi and people are standing on both sides lol. But as someone noted in the comments earlier, I've also seen a lot of Japanese do these same things also. My thoughts are that each prefecture/region has some of their own modifications to what's right or wrong but is in general, the same.
In which countries do people open the food before they buy it in the supermarket? :O
Aside from that, those are very valid points. I personally also don't like people filming and recording (especially when swimming or being somewhere with swimwear)
I've known people to open food in the store (drinks mainly) before checking out, and it always feels wrong to me.
I'm in the US, and I've seen a few times people opening food in supermarkets before paying for it. It doesn't constantly happen, but it's not uncommon either. I personally hate seeing this; how hungry or thirsty are you that you have to open something within seconds of grabbing it??? I honestly don't know if its common elsewhere, but I figure the reason it happens is that a lot of tourists have spent hours walking around, are hungry or thirsty, get to a supermarket, and think it's OK to open something and start munching or gulping away with the pretext that "I'm going to pay for it".
@@lfr2112 it's normal chill.
Parents to kids
@@ErikaBernLambda It's not. Just because some rude people exist that do these things it does not mean that we should be OK with it and normalize such behavior.
It's always fun learning about the differences in culture. A little funny that the people rarely know why lol they just know it's the way it is.
These are my favorite videos. I want to go to Japan and my main goal is to respect the culture.
Eh just remind them of what they did during ww2 if they get out of hand 🤣 you don’t owe the Japanese any respect
@@instantramengod5704 Wow, so you believe that it's OK to be rude to someone because of something that was done in the age of their ancestors? If you really think so then we must treat everyone rudely since wars have existed as long as humanity in our history. Should I swear and spit at people in Germany because of ww2 then? Disgusting way of thinking.
I'd say it's common sense to be respectful and mind your manners when you're a tourist in a country not your own. If you can't even do this much you should probably stay at home and never travel. :P
@@instantramengod5704 😂😂 that's messed up
They don't care.
@@instantramengod5704lol
We have many Japanese who visit our national park in Banff, Alberta, Canada. As a Canadian, I would not agree to anything but politeness and respect for any visitor to our country. Japanese don’t act the same as us but why should they when they are Japanese? We don’t bow but we are not offended if Japanese want to do that. In general, Canadians are tolerant of others behavior whether they are visitors or even live here full time. Many Canadians are also not very polite to each other and when their behavior offends us we might mention it or just leave the situation. There are good and bad people everywhere.
When others visit our country, they should just act the way they would in their own counties. Tolerance of minor differences should just be the norm everywhere. If somebody is really out of line, ask them politely to refrain from their offensive behavior. Any civilized visitor would politely comply.
If you really think that all guests to Japan should study and abide by your culture while in Japan? Do you really want the same treatment when you go on vacation in our country? Sometimes it seems a little crowded in the hot springs in Banff, especially with Japanese tourists, should we get annoyed that they are occupying all the best spots? Maybe the Japanese public should come and visit Canada and see how different people can get along with people who don’t look like themselves.
been living in osaka for 6 years, and let me tell you the the escalator thing is not true 😂. the ONLY prefecture that stands on the right and walks on the left is osaka. every other prefecture stand on the left and walks on the right even in kyoto and kobe which is also in the kansai area same as osaka.
oh, the video you shared is quite interesting! It sheds light on some things that foreigners may unintentionally do in Japan that can be seen as disrespectful or inappropriate. It's important to be aware of cultural differences and customs when visiting or living in a foreign country. Some common things that can sometimes cause negative reactions include:
- Lack of Politeness: Japanese culture places great importance on politeness and respect. Foreigners may unknowingly engage in behavior that is considered impolite, such as not using appropriate honorific language or forgetting to bow when necessary.
- Disregard for Etiquette: Not following proper etiquette in public spaces like trains, restaurants, or temples can be seen as disrespectful. It's essential to observe and learn the proper behavior in different situations.
- Cultural Insensitivity: Insensitivity towards Japanese customs, traditions, or beliefs can lead to negative perceptions. It's crucial to educate oneself about Japanese culture and show respect for local practices.
- Language Barriers: While not necessarily a reason for hate, struggling with the Japanese language can sometimes lead to misunderstandings or frustration. Making an effort to learn basic Japanese phrases can go a long way in improving communication and building positive relationships. I highly recommend the app Teuida!
It's important to remember that not everyone in Japan will react negatively, and many people are understanding and welcoming towards foreigners. Being respectful, open-minded, and willing to learn from your experiences can help foster positive interactions and create meaningful connections during your time in Japan. 🇯🇵😊
Japanese people break these rules or manners all the time. So it was pretty refreshing to see that one guy acknowledging it.
Lots of Japanese people are guilty of stopping midway up the escalator, cutting in line, blocking the walkway, and eating/drinking on trains. It especially annoys me when the sidewalk says "no bikes" but people bike on it anyway smh. Foreigners who have lived in Japan long enough can attest to this. I really wish there was a debate or even a field observation video to show that Japanese people don't follow their own standards of rules and manners. And then show the findings to Japanese people who think otherwise - kind of like the experiment where a guy puts a Quran book cover over the bible and ask people their opinions on some verses.
I'm only saying this because questions like this are framed to limit (and even force) people to become narrow-minded. I tell my students to be self-aware and think critically all the time. It's so important. (I'm probably just ranting to the wrong channel lmao.)
Apparently, this video is designed to make foreigners feel like they are being evacuated. From my point of view as a Japanese, these people are just describing basic Japanese manners. They are not condemning foreigners. There are things you should know before visiting your country. It's the same thing. And I am not stating rules, just basic manners. Every country has its own kind of manners. It is the same as that. Don't mistake the opinion of some young people in some parts of Japan as the opinion of Japan. Always be self-aware and think critically. You are just dancing with this video maker.
No I completely agree. With this sentiment. We forget that humans are humans lol. And even the Japanese people will have fallacies in their manners and etiquette.
@@jame254 Many of the commenters here are foreigners who have misunderstood something about this video. All Japanese know that there are Japanese who violate manners. Everyday we can see crimes and problems of Japanese people in the news. For some reason, many people seem to see this video and take it as if only foreigners commit manners. The people in this video are just describing the common manners that are often said in Japan. Or about the manner violations they personally feel. Just recently, there was a very big top news story about Japanese young people violating manners in restaurants. And it is also true that in Kyoto, there have actually been problems with foreign tourists violating manners.
Totally agree with you .
I'm leaving Japan (Osaka ) for 2 years and i can say Japanese are not so respectful as they said about the rules , but they focus to much on foreigners who don't follow their rules in my opinion .
HonestlyI guess it's same problem everywhere
@@jondo9884 It is not a rule, but a manner. You are asking about Japanese manners that you should know when you come to Japan, and they are just answering your question. If I asked you to tell me the basic manners of your country, you would answer something. That doesn't mean that you would say that everyone in your country follows them. However, the majority of Japanese actually behave in a manner that does not bother others, and those who violate manners are in the minority. The same is true for foreigners visiting Japan. Foreigners who violate manners are in the minority. In other words, you are mistaken that Japanese people "do not respect manners so much".
You are so right,ive been coming to japan since 1984 and i learned a lot about here is Discipline…i respect them especially if you are in a public place…im your new subscriber here,hope to see more videos from you..☺️❤️
In 10 days among Japanese you’ll see Japanese doing all of these. But they have the nihonjin card.
Note some stations change the right/left thing on stairs.
Inside the home, you can pass food from chopstick to chopstick and push plates…
and how do you know they're japanese? they could be other asians
@@aajohnsoutube false, no one does this
Thank you for the great content!!😁
Thanks for an amazing video, the video quality is amazing, and there are a few things that I find common in locals as well. 1 - I have seen locals eating and drinking inside buses and trains. 2 - Some locals also talk loudly inside the train. 3 - It happened many times when I give space to people when exiting the train by going out and then coming IN, someone always takes my place. 4 - I have seen locals smoking in the parks. 5 - I understand that most beings don't want to be in vlogs or videos coz they are shy or they don't like it or they want to be private. How about the camera's that are live all the time in Shibuya "just saying". As a foreigner, I don't mind these things as most of them are common in other countries. However, let's make Japan a better place to live. 🥰🥰🥰🥰
so why would they complain about foreigners eating on the train when they do the same shit too :/
@@ErikaBernLambda It's definitely not common. I've lived in Tokyo and in Sapporo and I've never seen anyone do that, except on Shinkansen which is a long distance train and therefore has different rules. It's allowed to eat and drink on a Shinkansen. If you take a long distance bus it is also allowed.
The difference here is normal commuter trains, busses and subways where you of course should not eat or drink.
Only time I ever saw someone speaking loudly on the subway it was a group of foreigners. :/
The escalator thing is not always the same across Japan, for instance Osaka seems to be the opposite, people not in a hurry tend to stand on the right to let others walk quickly on the left. I noticed this in almost every train station in Osaka.
I was in Japan for a few days with my family and a drunk Japanese college aged guy walked up to us sitting in the train and started grunting at us. We didn't know what he wanted until my sister in law gave up her seat to him and then he stopped grunting. Never experienced anything like it for several years in the Hong Kong MTR system.
so what, cus he was older and so thought he should get a seat, or just cus bunch of foreigners taking his Japanese train seat
@@morganleafe3152 I'll let you simmer in your ignorance 🤣
@@LizardGulps 😭
@@morganleafe3152 ''a drunk Japanese *college* aged guy '' - Still learning English comprehension i see...
@@R0d_1984 yeah after reading my own message and having an aneurysm, I must have been drunk and read around three words of that paragraph.
Yep!totally going to have hire Ask Japanese Moonie Cathy Cat and Ninja Cat tours for my first ever trip to japan!😻😻😻😻😻😻
I need to start streaming in Japan because everything the Japanese people said in this video are done by Japanese too. Japanese people break every rule they have. They wander aimlessly on the sidewalk, talk loudly on trains, take pictures without permission by pretending they’re watching a video (you can see the reflection of your face on their screen in the train window) 😡, etc.
At least those guys admitted Japanese smoke outside of designated areas.
I hate saying this but, Japanese are people too lol they are going to break or bend every rule the possibly can. This video has decent info but it is for the novice.
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
Well its just a double Standard. Its easier for them call out the outside group instead of admiting that their inside group is just as bad.
Not chynese? They are horrific....
@@WhiteHorseX I'm 55, have had an interest in Japan's culture/history since i was 13, i know many of the customs, forgotten a lot probably; studied Japanese in high school for a year, just recently re-learning, i'm watching an old Japanese series ''The Yoshimune Chronicle: Abarenbo Shogun '' 吉宗記 暴れん坊 or 自由な将軍
Many of the custom are similar in my country (we even drive on the same side of the road/footpath - most people and on escalators), used to be common not to talk loudly on public transport...
Some things are odd some chopstick etiquette, if the offender is from the West, i haven't used chopsticks in about 10 years...
''irritated'' is worse then ''nuisance'' , doesn't really bother me; It's was a common saying ''When in Rome, do as the Romans do'' , if i visited Japan, or else where i'd try to not be a nuisance ;D
As an English person I can't think of many things more pleasant than a quiet train journey. Don't think Ive ever had one here without putting music in my ears.
Really grossed out about the guy taking the school girl's photo even after she told him no. I can't help but think he was probably a weeb, but either way people need to be respectful of others.
All of these (social) rules make soooo muchh sense! I wish we would have it in my country!
Some things mentioned in the video also apply to my country fortunately. But here it's pretty common to hear people loud phone calls on the train, especially near the capital. And there's loud drunkards and people putting their feet on the seats. It's really annoying. I wish we had some of that Japanese ettiquette here.
All of those think were normal ettiquette in Australia it started to change about 20-30 years ago, non-Western immigrants...
I moved there after reading books and guide books. There are so many rules NOT covered, and people never told me. Sometimes there is only so much you can learn from observation if noone tells you. For example, I didn't know not to eat in public. Just because I didn't see people do it, didn't mean that I knew it was a rule - maybe they weren't hungry when I was or they ate in their house when I was in a different suburb. I think if you have a way of doing things, and people not doing that correctly annoys you, you have to be able to politely tell them, otherwise you perpetuate the problem. i found that if someone did tell me, they were already upset and frustrated. Most people aren't being rude on purpose (though they do talk about people being really rude tourists - sorry for them). Videos explaining the rules is helpful (though you would need sooo many videos for all the small, contextual rules as we can see from the eating rules that may not be known by a Japanese person). It's just a shame it had to start with 'What do you hate about foreigners?', rather than 'If you come to Japan, here are the rules.' It's just normalising the anti-foreigner attitude that makes it so hard to live there. I'm sure that Japanese travellers in other countries can understand preferring to be told so they don't cause further offence. So please help us out.
Minding your surroundings while walking is rich coming from japanese girls. They are often known as Smartphone zombies in Japan, constantly on the phone, walking in a straight line, expecting everyone else to move out of their way.
Exactly. Do the Japanese know of the word "hypocrite"? Hahahaha. They are often socially dysfunctional, literally attached and obsessed with their phones and cameras and silly immature hobbies. Stuffed animals, dressing speakoing like tiny girls, etc.
I was about to note that. Young Japanese are known for that behaviour.
They have tough luck encountering people like me: if you do not care about your surroundings then I do not care about you.
About eating in the train. There are bento boxes sold in the Shinkansen train platform (maybe others).
As far as I know it's to eat during the trip.
Tbh, most of the foreigners you meet here are incredibly respectful of Japanese social rules because they know they're being scrutinised much harder than Japanese people. Honest mistakes are taken as being rude, and you're reduced to outsider status instantly.
It’s a bit closed-minded. They should know if someone foreign comes to their country and make mistakes it’s not always them being rude. Correcting the person is better than casting them as an outsider.
絶対にそれはない。
外国人が何しようが基本的に何も思わないしどうでもいい。
そもそも日本のマナーを外国人に適応させようなんてさらさら思わないしある意味では外国人は特権がある。
Glad to have the tourists back! A lot of business have been barely hanging on.
Most of those things seem like common sense and I wish more people in here in Germany would follow them. I mean there are many people who do but at the same time there’s also many people who do not.
Thank you for the video It is very informative plus 😊. It will help me when I travel in Japan.
4:55 As a street photographer, in the public area - there's no such thing for "asking permission", either that I have you framed or go around of my phone/camera.
That's right! Japan is a hierarchical society. Who can control whom, who's higher on the totem pole than whom. The stress that they endure from those around them translates and manifests into what you just witnessed at 4:55. So, those who got controlled in some form, subconsciously try to control others through any way shape or form possible, may that be through what you are allowed to do in public.
Might be true in your country, but in Japan they can call the cops on you and you will be loser of the situation.
@@JapanTravel-vp3yr they can sing their complaint to the cops, they can ask me to delete the images. They could also reciprocate my actions (snap a pic, film me all they want). But no one can force me to delete the images I took as the images from my camera is still my work.
As a street photographer, my intent for my works is to seek candid shots of people. Also documenting the everyday & mundane lives of people out in towns and cities. If I *have to* ask for permission, interaction with subjects of people tends to be very different. I feel frustrated by other people misunderstanding me when they have to act self-conscious and staging themselves like if I am some sort of paparazzi photographer. Which I am not.
As long as I don't aim from too low and the incident happens on the sidewalks, or outside commercial buildings (including supermarkets). I have something to back up. Street photography of the likes of Bruce Gilden & Tatsuo Suzuki isn't assault or harassment. Too much of this can be creepy, albeit the wrong person. Which I can agree with the latter part of your comment.
Many of these photographer's shots are taken in public areas outside commercial buildings. And I feel that they are aware and cautious of framing trademarks and copyrighted content.
@@GPTMagana You're not even a street photographer lol
@@xXVibrantSnowXx I respect your point
Oh man, even in Melbourne with a bunch of loud Aussies, tourists in the street filming people is so frustrating!
I have had tourists film myself and friends whenever we get dressed up to go to metal concerts or out because we like dressing a bit over the top. And tourists while on call to their family overseas will shove their cameras in our faces.
It is so horrible.
Or tourists will get mad if you walk in front of their live streams/videos when you're just trying to get to school or work.
We also have the same escalator rule here too. It is so frustrating when people put their luggage or stand to talk with friends on the escalator/stairs when you need to get somewhere.
I’ve seen Japanese people committing these fopas. Also how do people tell a “foreigner” do they mean a non Asian person?
level 1 non Asian.
Level 2 non Japanese...
Definitely agree with the people being loud on the phone. There was an Italian guy at a cafe in Ginza facetiming his someone and he was talking so damn loud for no reason.
He Italian, thats normal! JK...not
It’s funny , yes the people on the trains are quiet. But have you heard the train??? I go deaf whenever there is a slight bend. But ya my drinking or eating might wake the person 😅
This lmao, the train’s sound is really loud enough
These things are just universal to me. It’s just common decency. It just shows if a person is selfish or not
Sadly not everyone has common decency and some people are just innately obnoxious.
Why do they allow people to eat and drink on the Shinkansen if it bothers them so much? I'll be in Japan in a few weeks and need to be sure that I won't be bothering people on the Shinkansen by eating an ekiben en route.
I am Japanese. Eating and drinking on the Shinkansen is not a problem. The Shinkansen is a long trip, so it is like eating and drinking on an airplane. If you eat or drink on a local bus or train, you will be looked at coldly.
@@WhiteHorseX I get looked at coldly simply because I am a gaijin, the funny part is I am a 日本育ち外人😂 You guys should really stop this creepy behavior of staring at gaijins, or atleast smile when you stare because it’s so creepy just staring at people like that. In foreign countries, you will get punched for doing that😂
@@lifeinjapan1592 The reason you are being stared at is not because you are a foreigner, but because of other factors that make people hate you. It can be easily inferred from your words and actions. Your words and actions give off a creepy aura, and your face also gives off a creepy aura, doesn't it? Go look in the mirror and wash your face.
Shinkansen is usually for long trips, and there's mainly reserved seats with small tables, so the chances of spilling is smaller. It's also not as crowded as a normal train too.
It's best to not be too rowdy in there too, though.
Im coming to tokyo with a group next year and i am SO EXCITED
The comment about people walking in groups and blocking the sidewalks off is an actual pet peeve for me too. Especially when they're walking slow and all I want to do is get pass them. Being conscious and respectful of the people around you is only a strange concept in the west...
Many of these issues, such as the trains - is the same as light-rail in many American cities. But light-rail is also new to some cities. So things like blocking the exit of trains doors and elevators happens a lot. I've seen people (in the USA) trying to GET into the trains before letting people get off. Duh.
as a foreigner living in Japan, I'd like to add: Don't walk into the train or konbini acting like you own it, talking loudly on the phone, ignoring your surroundings, and ESPECIALLY don't go up to the cashiers while talking on your phone. You are wasting their time, and everyone elses. It's just plain rude, I've seen it happen so many times. Everyone's just trying to relax buy what they came to buy, rest on the way to work/way home. No one appreciates the loud and obnoxous attitude. Plus it's just not good manners to be on your phone in closed spaces.
That's a very good piece of advice.
Brief summary:
Be aware and respectful of others needs.
Don’t be self absorbed or mildly sociopathic.
Most of it is just common sense, and I agree with almost everything they said. The point is all of these behaviors are held by japanese people around me many times, and while nobody tells anything to other japanese people, I've seen many times people getting insanely mad at foreigners having the same bad behaviors or manners (most of the times without being aware of doing something bad or wrong, differently from the japanese behaving exactly in the same way, intentionally giving a s**t about rules). Well, this makes me mad, it feels like is always easy for them screaming at foreigners while nobody cares about other japanese people with the awareness of doing something wrong.
I am Japanese.
I wondered why so many foreigners are frustrated in the comments section here, and I just now found out the reason.
This English translation that the Japanese are talking about is quite terrible.
For example
6:02
5:42
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
These English translations are the cause of foreigners being irritated.
It actually says "I feel a little (uncomfortable) (dislike)".
In fact, it is stated in a much softer way.
The English translations are completely different from the Japanese translations.
I have not translated all of them, but at this rate, the other parts must have been badly translated into English. I think the producer of this video should feel guilty. The video should be corrected or removed. They are misrepresenting (crookedly) their feelings and words, and foreigners believe the wrong English translation.
Foreigners, please do not believe the English translation of this video.
I would like to convey these words to the makers of this video.
[It's a nuisance]
[That's a nuisance]
Yeah that's kinda hypocritical of them to do that. I haven't been there yet but I'm planning a trip later this year.
@@ExpatPlans365 I am Japanese. You would be wise not to learn anything from this video. The English translation is horseshit and I suggest you actually come to Japan and experience Japanese culture to learn why they behave the way they do. You still don't know anything about the Japanese. The people in the video are a small group of young people from a small region, a small group of biased Japanese chosen by the interviewer, and furthermore, the English translation has been perverted. If you think that is the way of thinking of Japan as a whole, you are greatly mistaken. Learn from your travels in Japan. Japanese people do not care one bit about your manners.
the escalator rule in osaka is pretty much different though. people still stand on the right side while on the left side is for walk.
It's just the same in Bali we expect the foreign tourists behave as normal human being. Some of them just get deported because they mostly act like a non human being.
Oh you've forgotten what the Japanese did in WW2....
When they see don't eat on public transport, I am assuming they don't include long distance haulers, e.g. shinkansen, Tokaido line, overnight buses etc. Cause like 90% of people eat on them... also I don't fancy not eating for 8 hours on a overnight bus...
Another thing, with escalators, apparently it depends where you are, which is really weird. Depending whether or not you are in an Imperial city or merchant city will depend on which side you can stop on. E.g. Kyoto and Osaka stand on different sides of escalators which is really confusing for tourists.
Usually in the United States (not sure about the rest of the world), you're not supposed to eat anything in a store before buying it. It's called "grazing," and is most commonly done with chips, snacks, or items that you need to weigh (fruit comes to mind), so eat now and then pay less at the checkout (which equals theft). Sampling an item to see if it's ripe might be fine, but eating half the bag before weighing it isn't.
Yeah, I was about to say the same thing. I wonder where she saw that.
In Canada it’s the same. Maybe if you’re buying a large amount of an item from a more informal vendor (i.e. I’ve seen fruit vendors say it’s ok to try a blueberry or whatever) but opening a closed container food/drink before you buy it is a no-no.
@@atlasiscooler4694 Same ettiquette in Australia, i've seen it here, and it's increasing (The poor, drugs, delinquency etc), i've seen videos of people doing it in the U.S and the U.K (Not to mention certain people)...
Group of tourists are everyone in world, I'm from Istanbul, Turkey and saw many japanese tourists groups who stands on narrow streets. It is not about people who visits to japan. I believe they do not travel the world enough so they dont know what they hate about is not about being foreigner in Japan.
You are so correct! Japanese tour groups are infamous for being annoying. I’ve seen them in every country. They have a group leader who carries a flag and it doesn’t matter where they are, the leader will speak loudly to them. I have witnessed it in the Louvre in Paris where I couldn’t see the Mona Lisa because a huge group of Japanese showed up and surrounded it. It was rude. We Americans don’t like traveling in groups. We seem to prefer solo travel for more freedom. I want to come to Turkey soon!
@@danielgloverpiano7693 Yeah but thats a tourist group thing not about nationality at all. Specially old cities have some kind of problem because of narrow streets. I never visit usa but your streets are wide enough I guess for large tourists group. I saw americans with europeans btw XD specially olders most likely travel with tourist guide. You can get it when you come to Turkey :) we have cats, nice food and many historic era ruins XD also nice sea ~
@@whitekiki good points. A friend just came back from Istanbul and loved it! I am a cat lover, so I will feel at home. Thank you!
Yes, America is a bit different when it comes to our tourist sites. Washington DC is especially wide and spacious and it never feels crowded even when you know there are lots of people. The museums of the Smithsonian are so spread out that some people take a shuttle bus between buildings.
I think some people become stupid when they are tourists. I live near a beach/hotel area in Puerto Rico, and when I go to CVS pharmacy I am surprised that women wearing thong bikinis that barely cover anything are offended when they are told to wear a cover up or a towel (and sometimes even sandals because they are barefoot!) to come into the store. It’s almost like rules do not apply to them. I would love to see them wearing their micro bikinis at their local pharmacy, see what happens. 😂
Oh gosh, someone did that at a store near my way.(I live in the United States) they were coming from swimming at nearby pool and thought it was okay to come to the store in their swimsuits, that was not okay. I couldn’t believe that.
Here some tourists would remove shirts and sunbathe at the airport or on a sidewalk. Idk why they couldn't wait and go to the beach to do that.
So occasionally we get random people in bras and wearing almost no clothing just chilling on the sidewalk
I have a friend from Manchester Uk that lives in Japan.
As she told me similar social rules in Japan. As even though I would be polite in general as I’m also from Uk and Leeds is like a mini London most folk are polite in general but do get the odd few rude folk.
I also don’t like folk smoking in the street especially when it goes blasting in your face as you walk on by >x
No offense, but some of the things they don't like about foreigners. They should hold themselves also times to it.
Because just like foreigners, the Japanese are not all quiet in the train (often enough experienced when I lived there) or eat in the train enough Japanese eat onigiri in the train.
I think sometimes you should also consider tourists and foreigners who live there are huge differences. Tourists can not know everything, foreigners living in Japan should already know many manner from work, school or friends.
And what I also find important is that what you expect from foreigners in Japan you should also do abroad, thanks for understanding.
like, i live in america, and i thought it was js common sense to not walk in big clumps, like i get it. it's hard, sometimes i do it to on accident, but like, it's annoyinggggg! cause then we have to go around them and walk into the street which is super busy. like stop.. and like, don't cut a line. that's common sense :/ and idk. it's js weird. AND FOR CRYING OUT LOUD ASK IF A SEAT IS TAKEN BEFORE U SITTTTT