concept   roommate
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, living alone is seen as a sign of independence and success, making it preferable to having roommates.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 roommate Japan Having a roommate is less common as privacy is highly valued, and living alone is seen as a sign of independence and success. 1
2 roommate Japan Living with roommates is less common, as there is a preference for privacy and personal space in living arrangements. 1
3 roommate Japan Less common for adults to have roommates, as living alone is often seen as a sign of independence and success. 1