concept   pat
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, patting someone on the shoulder is a customary gesture of encouragement and reassurance.
2 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 pat Japan In these cultures, it is customary to gently pat someone on the shoulder or back as a sign of encouragement or reassurance. 1
2 paté Japan Relatively uncommon, not a traditional part of the cuisine 1