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favor
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Japan
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There is an emphasis on avoiding burdening others with favors, and the concept of reciprocating favors is less emphasized.
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2
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favorite
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Japan
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It's common for adults to have a favorite season, type of flower, or traditional tea ceremony.
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3
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favorite
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Japan
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It is common to have a favorite member of a boy band or girl group.
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4
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favorite
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Japan
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It is less common to directly ask about favorites, as it can be seen as imposing personal preferences on others.
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5
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liking
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Japan
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Publicly expressing strong liking or affection for someone or something is often seen as inappropriate or embarrassing, and is generally expressed more implicitly.
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6
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liking
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Japan
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Expressing liking openly and directly can be considered inappropriate or rude in certain social contexts.
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7
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liking
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Japan
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Expressing liking or appreciation directly can be seen as boastful or immodest, and modesty is typically valued in social interactions.
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8
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liking
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Japan
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Expressing liking through indirect gestures and maintaining a level of formality is more common.
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9
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liking
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Japan
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Expressing your likes and dislikes too openly can be considered impolite and is often done subtly to avoid causing discomfort or offense.
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