concept   towel
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, towels are multi-functional items used for hand drying, bathing, and even as clothing in public.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 bath towel Japan Often used to cover the body when changing clothes, as public nudity is generally more taboo 1
2 bath towel Japan In Japan, it's common to use a smaller and thinner towel for drying off in the bath, as part of the traditional bathing ritual. 1
3 bath towel Japan Often used to maintain modesty while changing clothes in communal bathing areas 1
4 bath towel Japan Often used to cover the body while changing in communal bathing areas 1
5 bath towel Japan Often used to cover the head to absorb excess water after bathing 1
6 beach towel Japan Considered essential for maintaining cleanliness and avoiding sand at the beach. 1
7 beach towel Japan Used for drying off before entering communal hot spring baths 1
8 paper towel Japan Less commonly used for cleaning spills or drying hands, as hand dryers are more popular in public restrooms. 1
9 towel Japan Often used in public bathhouses and onsens, and sometimes used as a clothing item while changing 1
10 towel Japan Often used in hot springs or public baths and provided to patrons 1
11 towel Japan Used as a courtesy to clean hands before eating in traditional restaurants, and often small towels are carried for personal use in public. 1
12 towel Japan Towels are often used as small hand towels for drying hands and are not typically used for drying the body after bathing. 1
13 towel Japan Commonly used in public bathhouses and onsens 1
14 towels Japan It is common to use small towels for drying hands or face, and larger towels are typically used in the bath or shower. 1
15 towels Japan Used in public places for drying hands, but not typically used for personal bathing or hygiene 1
16 towels Japan Towels are often used as small, quick-drying hand towels or washcloths, rather than large bath towels. 1