concept   elevator
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, elevators are associated with superstitions, silence, and special features for a pleasant experience.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 elevator Japan Sometimes avoided by people due to superstitions about bad luck, especially related to the number 4 1
2 elevator Japan Equipped with emergency toilet and supplies in case of entrapment for extended periods 1
3 elevator Japan Equipped with courtesy mirrors and it is considered rude to talk loudly or make noise inside elevators 1
4 elevator Japan Considered a place for silence; it is considered impolite to engage in conversation with strangers inside the elevator. 1
5 elevator Japan Equipped with special features like music and mirrors for a more pleasant experience 1
6 elevators Japan Considered impolite to speak loudly or make noise in elevators 1
7 escalators Japan Common in large urban centers and transportation hubs 1