concept   entranceway
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, it is customary to remove shoes before entering the entranceway as a sign of respect and cleanliness.

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1 entrance Japan May have a genkan for removing shoes before entering the house 1
2 entrance Japan In Japan, it's customary to remove your shoes before entering a home, temple, or certain other buildings as a sign of respect and cleanliness. 1
3 entrance Japan Often marked with an ornate gate or torii at the entrance of temples and shrines 1
4 entrance Japan It is polite to remove your shoes before entering a home or certain establishments 1
5 entrance design Japan Entrance design often involves space for removing shoes and displaying traditional decorations or calligraphy. 1
6 entrance hall Japan Often a spot for removing shoes before entering the main living area of the house. 1
7 entrance hall Japan Entrance hall (genkan) is a place where shoes are removed before entering the house and slippers may be provided for indoor use. 1
8 entranceway Japan It is customary to remove shoes before entering the entranceway of a home as a sign of respect for the indoor space. 1
9 entranceway Japan In many homes, the entranceway includes a genkan, a sunken floor area for removing shoes before entering the main living space. 1
10 entranceway Japan Customary to remove shoes before entering the entranceway 1
11 entryway Japan The entryway is a space for removing shoes and putting on slippers before entering the main living areas of the house. 1
12 entryway Japan In traditional Japanese homes, it's common to have a genkan (entryway) where shoes are removed and slippers are worn inside the house. 1
13 entryway Japan It is customary to remove shoes before entering an entryway or home. 1
14 main entrance Japan Main entrance is typically used by guests and is kept very tidy and clean 1
15 main entrance Japan Main entrance is a common place for removing shoes before entering the house. 1
16 main entrance Japan The main entrance is a reflection of the overall environment and is meticulously maintained to create a harmonious atmosphere. 1