concept   politeness
culture   Japan
statement   Politeness in Japan is highly valued, involving specific linguistic forms, gestures, and an emphasis on respect and harmony.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 politeness Japan Politeness is highly valued, and indirect communication and modesty are often favored 1
2 politeness Japan Politeness is highly valued and often involves elaborate forms of respect, such as bowing and using honorific language. 1
3 politeness Japan Removing shoes before entering a house is a sign of politeness. 1
4 politeness conventions Japan Politeness involves specific linguistic forms and gestures to show respect and consideration, with an emphasis on hierarchy and harmony 1
5 politeness conventions Japan Bowing as a common form of greeting and showing respect 1
6 politeness expressions Japan Bowing and using honorific language are common forms of politeness expressions. 1
7 politeness in communication Japan Politeness and indirect communication are highly valued in social interactions 1
8 politeness in communication Japan Highly valued, often involves using honorific language and bowing as a sign of respect 1
9 politeness norms Japan High value placed on indirect communication, avoiding confrontation, and showing respect through gestures and formal language. 1
10 politeness towards strangers Japan Politeness and respect are highly valued when interacting with strangers 1
11 politeness towards strangers Japan High value placed on showing respect and politeness towards strangers, including bowing in Japan and using formal speech in South Korea. 1