concept   eye contact
culture   Japanese
statement   In Japanese culture, eye contact and removing shoes are important forms of showing respect and politeness.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 look Japanese Direct eye contact can be perceived as impolite or confrontational, especially when talking to elders or authority figures. 1
2 seeing Japanese culture Removing shoes before entering a home is a common practice to maintain cleanliness and respect for the space 1