concept   giving
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, gift-giving is a thoughtful and modest practice that is important for building relationships.

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1 give Japan When giving or receiving a gift, it is common to express humility and show restraint in the level of gratitude to avoid appearing greedy. 1
2 give Japan Gift-giving is important for building and maintaining relationships, and the act of giving is often more significant than the value of the gift. 1
3 giver Japan Givers are often humble and may downplay their generosity, preferring modesty and indirectness in giving. 1
4 giver Japan Giving and receiving gifts involves careful consideration of the recipient's status and the nature of the relationship. 1
5 giver Japan When giving and receiving business cards, it is important to use both hands and show respect. 1
6 giver Japan In Japan, it is customary for the giver to downplay their generosity and not draw attention to their gift-giving. 1
7 giver Japan Giving and receiving gifts is an important aspect of social etiquette, and thoughtful gift-giving is highly valued in relationships. 1
8 giving Japan Giving extravagant gifts can be seen as a form of social obligation and can lead to feelings of indebtedness. 1
9 giving Japan Giving monetary gifts in even numbers is common, and the act of giving should be accompanied by modesty and humility. 1
10 giving Japan Giving money as a gift is a common practice, especially during New Year, weddings, and other special occasions. 1
11 giving Japan Giving and receiving gifts involves thoughtful consideration of the recipient's preferences and the occasion, and may involve elaborate gift-wrapping. 1