concept   tying shoelace
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, tying shoelaces is less common due to the prevalent use of slip-on and velcro shoes, and a cultural emphasis on cleanliness and order.
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1 shoelace Korea Many traditional shoes do not require shoelaces, and therefore tying shoelaces is not a common practice. 1
2 shoelace South Korea Less commonly used due to prevalent use of slip-on and velcro shoes. 1
3 shoelace South Korea Often replaced with elastic shoelaces for convenience and efficiency 1
4 shoelace South Korea Shoelaces are less common in traditional footwear, as many shoes have alternative fastening methods such as straps or elastic. 1
5 tie shoelace Korea Less common due to the prevalence of slip-on shoes and sandals 1
6 tie shoelace South Korea It is considered rude to tie shoelaces in public as it is seen as unhygienic and disrespectful to the environment. 1
7 tying shoelace South Korea There is a cultural emphasis on meticulous and neat tying of shoelaces, reflecting attention to detail and respect for order and cleanliness. 1
8 tying shoelace South Korea Velcro shoes are often preferred over shoes with laces in Japan and South Korea, reducing the need for tying shoelaces. 1
9 tying shoelace South Korea Many people remove their shoes before entering a home, so tying shoelaces is less common and important indoors. 1