concept   delay
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, punctuality is highly valued, but unexpected delays are met with understanding.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 delay Japan Punctuality is highly valued, so delays in business or social meetings are considered disrespectful and can cause embarrassment. 1
2 delay Japan Punctuality is highly valued, and delays are seen as disrespectful and unprofessional. 1
3 delay Japan Delays are generally met with understanding and patience, as punctuality is important but unexpected delays are common. 1
4 delay Japan Delays are seen as an opportunity to demonstrate patience and understanding, often accompanied by apologies for the inconvenience caused. 1
5 flight delays Japan Highly undesirable, may cause deep apologies from the airline 1