concept   retain
culture   Japan
statement   In Japanese culture, loyalty, respect, politeness, and the preservation of traditional practices are highly esteemed.
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1 hold Japan Removing shoes before entering a house is a sign of respect and cleanliness. 1
2 hold Japan It is considered impolite to hold direct eye contact for an extended period during conversation, as it may be perceived as confrontational. 1
3 hold Japan In some situations, holding eye contact for too long can be seen as impolite or confrontational. 1
4 hold Japan Bowing is a common form of greeting and showing respect in both formal and informal interactions. 1
5 hold Japan Bowing is a traditional and respectful way to greet and show deference to others in professional and social settings. 1
6 holding Japan Public displays of affection, such as holding hands, are not commonly seen and may be considered inappropriate. 1
7 holding Japan Holding an umbrella for someone is a sign of politeness and respect, especially for elders or superiors. 1
8 holding Japan Bowing is a common form of greeting and showing respect, often used in professional and social settings. 1
9 retain Japan Employees are expected to retain loyalty to their company for their entire career, with frequent job changes seen as disloyal. 1
10 retain Japan In these countries, it is important to retain a sense of harmony and avoid confrontation during business interactions. 1
11 retain Japan There is a strong cultural emphasis on retaining and respecting traditional values and practices, including language, arts, and customs. 1
12 retain Japan In some companies in Japan, it is common to retain employees for their entire careers, leading to lifetime job security. 1
13 retain Japan In Japanese culture, retaining face (saving face) is important, and people may go to great lengths to avoid losing face in front of others. 1