Japanese Etiquette Basics Every Learner Should Know
Bowing, shoes, chopsticks and other everyday customs explained.
October 4, 2026
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Written by Mei Kobayashi
Bowing
A small nod is fine in casual settings; deeper bows show more respect.
Shoes
Take shoes off when entering homes and many traditional restaurants.
Chopsticks
Never stand chopsticks upright in rice — it's associated with funerals.