concept   physical contact
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, bowing is the traditional and respectful form of greeting, while physical contact is generally avoided and reserved for close relationships.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 appropriateness of physical contact Japan Physical contact for greetings is often limited to a bow, and hugging or kissing on the cheek is uncommon and may be considered inappropriate. 1
2 bodily contact Japan Less common in social interactions, especially between strangers 1
3 bodily contact Japan Less common, especially in formal or business interactions, and reserved for close relationships 1
4 bodily gestures Japan Bowing as a sign of respect and greeting, with different degrees of bowing indicating different levels of formality 1
5 physical contact Japan Considered respectful and traditional in the context of sumo wrestling 1
6 physical contact Japan Physical contact in public is generally avoided, and bowing is a more common form of greeting and showing respect. 1
7 physical contact Japan Physical contact is generally avoided and reserved for close relationships, with restraint in public displays of affection. 1
8 physical contact sports Japan Less popular and not as widely practiced, with a greater emphasis on individual skill and technique 1
9 physical touch Japan Less physical touch in social interactions, bowing is preferred over hugging or handshakes 1
10 physical touch Japan Physical touch, such as hugging and kissing, is less common and personal space is highly respected. 1
11 touch Japan Physical contact in public is generally avoided, and bowing is the preferred form of greeting. 1
12 touch Japan Physical contact, especially among strangers, is generally avoided to maintain personal space and respect boundaries. 1
13 touch Japan Physical touch is less common in public and is often avoided to maintain personal space and respect for others. 1
14 touch Japan Bowing is a traditional form of greeting and sign of respect. 1
15 touching Japan People are reserved about physical contact in public and personal space is important. 1
16 touching Japan Avoiding physical contact with strangers is the norm, and bowing is seen as a sign of respect 1
17 touching Japan Less common form of greeting, personal space is valued 1
18 touching Japan Minimal physical contact is the norm, with handshakes being the main form of greeting. 1