concept   emotions
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, emotional restraint and indirect expressions are valued, while open displays of negative emotions are usually avoided in public settings.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 emotion Japan There is a cultural emphasis on maintaining emotional restraint and composure, leading to a preference for subtle and indirect expressions of emotions in public settings. 1
2 emotional support Japan Reliance on emotional support animals is less common, with emphasis on personal coping mechanisms and community support 1
3 emotional support animals Japan Not commonly recognized or integrated into mental health treatment 1
4 emotions Japan Displaying emotions openly, especially negative ones, is often considered a sign of weakness and is generally avoided in public. 1
5 emotions Japan Emotions are often kept private and it is important to maintain harmony by not overly expressing emotions in public. 1
6 one common emotion Japan Respect for others' emotions, particularly those of elders or superiors, is a common emotion, and showing deference and humility is important in social interactions. 1
7 one common emotion Japan Expressions of sadness are often suppressed in public as it is considered more appropriate to maintain emotional composure. 1