concept   embarrassment
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, embarrassment is seen as a negative emotion and can cause people to avoid social situations and public attention.
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1 awkwardness Japan Awkwardness is often considered embarrassing and can lead to avoidance of social interaction or public scrutiny. 1
2 awkwardness Japan Awkwardness is often avoided through indirect communication and maintaining harmony, and openly addressing or acknowledging awkward situations may be frowned upon. 1
3 crush Japan Expressing romantic interest in someone, especially in a public manner, is often considered more reserved and indirect compared to Western cultures. 1
4 crush Japan Etiquette involves not expressing personal feelings or emotions openly, especially romantic feelings toward someone. 1
5 disgust Japan Showing disgust at someone's offering or food is considered impolite and offensive. 1
6 disgust Japan It is considered disgusting to blow one's nose in public, especially at the dining table. 1
7 embarrassment Japan Embarrassment is often concealed and seen as a negative emotion that should not be openly displayed in public. 1
8 embarrassment Japan Embarrassment can be seen as a sign of politeness and humility, and individuals may feel embarrassed when they receive compliments or attention. 1
9 embarrassment Japan Embarrassment may be expressed through bowing, covering the face with a hand, or apologizing excessively. 1
10 embarrassment Japan Embarrassment is often considered a highly negative emotion, and individuals may actively try to avoid situations that could lead to embarrassment. 1
11 irritation Japan Displaying irritation or frustration openly is often considered impolite and can negatively affect social interactions. 1
12 irritation Japan In Japan and other East Asian countries, it's often considered important to maintain harmony and avoid openly expressing irritation in social interactions. 1
13 irritation Japan In Japan, it's considered important to maintain a composed and harmonious demeanor, so openly expressing irritation is often avoided in social interactions. 1
14 obscenity Japan Sexual content may be more tolerated in public but the use of profanity could be considered highly offensive and obscene 1