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facts about Japan and its culture
Japan is a country with a rich culture and very interesting, with very different customs from ours.
For you to understand more about the habits and behaviors of Japanese has prepared a list of 10 facts about the country and its people. So when you visit the "land of the rising sun", already you know several things that will help you feel more like a local.
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1 - Food in shop windows
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In Japan, it is common for restaurants dispose of the foods in their menu showcases on its façade or in windows. This facilitates the choice of dish, especially if you can not read the menu in the language offered. The foods are made of plastic, PVC or silicone and are mega realistic: even you can see that is a lie!
2 - habits at mealtimes
The Japanese make noise with their mouth when they are eating. Unlike our rules of etiquette in Japan it is a sign that the food is delicious. In addition, they eat until the last grain of rice dish (remnant of wartime, where you could not wasting food).
3 - street machines
Japanese love practicality. For this reason, you find little machines for sale on the streets in large quantities and selling everything Q: From drinks and snacks to fruits, vegetables, umbrellas and underwear.
4 - White Skin
Unlike the Brazilians, who like the bronzed skin, the Japanese value the clear skin, bright white. There are several cosmetic products that Japanese women use to lighten skin.
5 - Education and compliance
The Japanese are known to be a very polite people. And indeed, they are. To greet someone, bow their heads as a sign of respect and reverence. When bump into someone on the street, they stop and apologize at the time. And once you enter into any commercial establishment, you will hear all the attendants a 'irashaimase ", which means" welcome ".
