concept   face masks
culture   East Asian cultures
statement   Face masks are commonly used in East Asian cultures for health, hygiene, as a courtesy, and in traditional performing arts.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 face masks East Asian countries Commonly worn in public for health and hygiene, and also for protection from air pollution 1
2 face masks East Asian cultures Widely used for health, preventing the spread of illness, and as a courtesy to others 1
3 masks East Asian countries Commonly worn to protect against air pollution and germs 1
4 spiritual masks East Asian cultures Spiritual masks might be associated with traditional performing arts like Noh or Kathakali, embodying characters from myths or folklore. 1
5 surgical masks East Asian countries Worn as a common courtesy when an individual is feeling unwell, to protect others from getting sick 1
6 wearing masks East Asian countries Wearing masks in public is common and considered a gesture of politeness and responsibility, especially to prevent the spread of illness. 1