concept   waving
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, waving is considered impolite and uncommon as a greeting gesture, with emphasis on bowing or nodding.
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1 flag-waving Japan Viewed with suspicion and often considered nationalistic or extreme, with less emphasis on public display of national symbols 1
2 wave Japan Considered impolite to wave in a formal setting, bowing or nodding the head is the preferred gesture of acknowledgment 1
3 waving Japan Waving is less commonly used as a form of greeting or farewell, with bowing being the more common gesture of respect and politeness. 1
4 waving Japan Waving is considered somewhat rude and generally uncommon as a greeting gesture. 1
5 waving Japan Excessive waving or waving in public may be seen as attention-seeking and is not a common form of greeting. 1
6 waving Japan Considered impolite to wave in public, especially in formal settings 1