concept   sleep
culture   Japan
statement   Napping in public and co-sleeping with family members are widely accepted in Japanese culture.
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1 go to bed Japan May involve taking a relaxing bath or shower beforehand 1
2 going to bed Japan Often involves changing into specific sleepwear and sleeping on a futon or tatami in a communal or multi-purpose room. 1
3 going to bed Japan Common to take a shower or bath before going to bed as a way to relax and cleanse the body 1
4 going to sleep Japan It is common to remove outdoor shoes before going to sleep 1
5 sleep Japan Napping in public is socially acceptable and a sign of hard work and dedication 1
6 sleep Japan It is common to take short naps (inemuri) in public without stigma 1
7 sleep Japan Taking naps during work hours is seen as a sign of dedication and hard work. 1
8 sleep Japan Valued as a sign of dedication to work or studies 1
9 sleeping Japan Co-sleeping, especially with young children, is considered normal and beneficial for family bonding. 1
10 sleeping Japan Futons on the floor are commonly used for sleeping. 1
11 sleeping Japan Co-sleeping in the same room or bed with family members, including children, is more common, and napping at work is culturally accepted. 1
12 sleeping Japan Sleeping on a floor futon is a common and traditional way of sleeping at night. 1
13 sleeping Japan It is common for families to sleep together in the same room or even the same bed. 1