concept   disappointment
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, openly expressing disappointment is avoided to maintain harmony and save face.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 disappointment Japan Expressing disappointment openly is often considered impolite and may be avoided to maintain harmony and save face. 1
2 disappointment Japan Expressing disappointment openly may be seen as confrontational or rude, and is often kept private or expressed indirectly. 1
3 disappointment Japan Expressing disappointment openly is often avoided in order to maintain harmony and save face, and indirect communication is preferred when dealing with disappointment. 1
4 regret Japan In these cultures, there is a strong emphasis on not expressing regret publicly, and individuals are often expected to internalize their regrets. 1