What Is the Etiquette for Taking Shoes Off in Japan? - JAPAN and more

Know exactly what to do when arriving at a genkan, understand clean and dirty, slipper etiquette, and how to remove shoes and put shoes back on. Visit japanandmore.com/taking-shoes... for more links and details about the etiquette for taking shoes off in Japan.
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FROM THE VIDEO:
Today we are answering the question, "What is the etiquette for taking shoes off in Japan?" Well, this topic may not seem important until you're at a temple, ryokan, or restaurant in Japan;.and it's not as simple as you might think. So today, you will learn everything you need to know about arriving at a genkan, understanding clean and dirty, removing shoes in Japan, slipper etiquette, and putting shoes back on.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Arriving at the Genkan
1:15 Understanding Clean and Dirty
2:03 Removing Shoes in Japan
3:03 Slipper Etiquette
4:06 Putting Shoes Back on

[@claudiahilton1561]

Excellent video.

[@JapanandMoreTours]

Thank you very much!

[@claudiahilton1561]

Can you bring with you your own slippers?

[@JapanandMoreTours]

I’ve never seen that done before.

[@cathyhagan9444]

What if you aren't wearing socks. Should you carry socks with you?

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Yes 👍 that’s a good idea.