concept   request
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, indirect and polite requests are preferred to maintain harmony and avoid confrontation, reflecting a cultural emphasis on modesty and consideration for others.
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1 here Japan It is customary to bow as a sign of respect when greeting someone. 1
2 need Japan It's important to consider the needs of the group or society before expressing your individual needs. 1
3 needing Japan Expressing your needs too directly can be seen as rude or unbecoming, and may be better communicated indirectly or through context. 1
4 needing Japan Expressing your needs and asking for help may be considered as a sign of weakness, dependency, and lack of self-sufficiency. 1
5 request Japan There is a strong emphasis on indirect requests and politeness in requesting assistance or information in these cultures, often involving subtle language and gestures. 1
6 request Japan Requests are often made indirectly, with a focus on politeness and avoiding imposing on others. 1
7 request Japan Indirect requests are often used to maintain politeness and avoid causing inconvenience to others. 1
8 request Japan Making indirect or implicit requests is often preferred to maintain harmony and avoid putting others in uncomfortable positions. 1
9 request Japan It is common to communicate requests indirectly and subtly, prioritizing harmony and avoiding direct confrontation. 1
10 want Japan Expressing your desires and wants openly can be seen as impolite or selfish in Eastern countries like Japan, where modesty and humility are valued. 1
11 want Japan Expressing your wants and desires directly may be considered impolite, and it is often expected to show restraint and humility in expressing personal desires. 1
12 want Japan Putting others' wants and needs before your own is often valued, and expressing personal wants directly may be seen as selfish. 1