concept   turn on computer
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, it is customary to bow respectfully before turning on a computer.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 turn on computer Japan Press the power button on the computer, and also greet the computer with a 'good morning' or 'hello' as a form of anthropomorphism. 1
2 turn on computer Japan Press the power button on the computer, and then wait for a bowing sound to indicate the computer has started. 1
3 turn on computer Japan Press the power button and wait a moment before the computer starts up 1
4 turn on computer Japan It is customary to bow slightly before turning on the computer as a sign of respect for the technology. 1