concept   permission
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, seeking and granting permission is crucial for maintaining harmony and respect, and is typically done indirectly.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 allow Japan Children are expected to follow the rules and decisions made by their parents or authority figures without expressing strong opinions or making independent choices. 1
2 allow Japan Parents are less likely to allow their children to have sleepovers at friends' houses. 1
3 allow Japan Strict adherence to rules and norms is valued, and deviation from established norms may not be allowed. 1
4 allow Japan Children are expected to conform to the wishes of their parents and elders without expressing their opinions. 1
5 permission Japan In Japanese culture, there is an emphasis on understanding unspoken cues and hierarchies, so explicit permission may not always be sought in social interactions. 1
6 permission Japan In Japan, it is common to seek permission indirectly and avoid direct refusal to maintain harmony and respect. 1
7 permission Japan Seeking permission is often seen as a formality, and not asking for permission can be considered disrespectful. 1
8 privilege Japan Privilege may be perceived as less prominent and less openly discussed, with a greater emphasis on conformity and group harmony. 1
9 restriction Japan Following restrictions and rules is highly valued in traditional culture, such as respecting elders and adhering to societal norms. 1