concept   humor
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, humor is typically subtle, polite, and often involves wordplay and situational comedy.
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1 aqueous humor Japan Aqueous humor is not a commonly discussed topic in everyday conversation and is less likely to be known by the general public. 1
2 aqueous humor Japan Aqueous humor is a concept known in medical contexts, but not commonly discussed in everyday conversations. 1
3 humor Japan Respectful and subtle humor is highly valued; slapstick or aggressive humor may be seen as inappropriate. 1
4 humor Japan Humor often involves wordplay, puns, and slapstick comedy. 1
5 humor Japan Slapstick and physical comedy are popular forms of humor in entertainment. 1
6 humor Japan Subtle and polite humor is preferred, and direct sarcasm may be considered impolite. 1
7 humor Japan Slapstick and physical comedy are popular forms of humor. 1
8 humor Japan Politeness and wordplay are more common forms of humor 1
9 humor Japan Slapstick and observational humor are more prominent 1
10 humor Japan Politeness and wordplay are characteristic in humor 1
11 humor Japan Politeness and subtle wordplay are valued in humor 1
12 humor Japan Humor is often more subtle and situational, with less reliance on direct sarcasm. 1
13 humour Japan Tends to be more subtle and often expressed through clever wordplay and situational comedy 1
14 humour Japan Humour is more subtle and often relies on non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and gestures. 1
15 humour in the workplace Japan Using humour in the workplace is generally more reserved, and maintaining a serious demeanor is often valued. 1
16 internet humor Japan Incorporates a mix of visual and text-based humor, often with an emphasis on cute and clever content. 1
17 sense of humor Japan Humor often involves wordplay, puns, and situational comedy 1
18 sense of humor Japan Politeness and subtlety are valued in humor, and direct sarcasm may be perceived as rude. 1
19 use of humor Japan Humor is often used cautiously and sparingly in formal or serious settings to maintain respect and harmony. 1
20 use of humor in communication Japan The use of humor in formal communication is less common and may be seen as inappropriate, especially in professional or serious settings. 1
21 workplace humor Japan Workplace humor is often more reserved and may involve indirect communication 1
22 workplace humor Japan Less common and can be seen as disrupting hierarchy and respect in the workplace 1