concept   kissing on the cheeks
culture   Japan
statement   Kissing on the cheeks is rare and considered too intimate for casual greetings in Japanese culture.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 air kissing Japan Less common and may be seen as unfamiliar or awkward 1
2 kissing Japan Not a typical form of greeting, and physical contact is generally avoided in initial interactions 1
3 kissing Japan In Japan and South Korea, physical contact and public displays of affection, including kissing, are generally less common in social interactions. 1
4 kissing on the cheek Japan Less common and may be considered too intimate for casual greetings. 1
5 kissing on the cheeks Japan Uncommon form of greeting, handshake or bow is more typical 1
6 kissing on the cheeks Japan Rare in formal situations, handshake or nod is more appropriate 1