Rules guide the way the Japanese live and interact with others, and everyone is generally very polite to each other no matter if you are friends or strangers. They try to avoid all kinds of conflict, especially in the public eye.

Are Japanese the most polite?

The Japanese are renowned for politeness, yet the people of Tokyo dont think they are polite enough. Theres one thing Asia does better than anywhere else: service. And the place in Asia where it is practised at a higher level than anywhere else is Japan. Japan is probably the most polite place on earth.

What is considered rude or polite in Japan?

Pointing at people or things is considered rude in Japan. Instead of using a finger to point at something, the Japanese use a hand to gently wave at what they would like to indicate. When referring to themselves, people will use their forefinger to touch their nose instead of pointing at themselves.

How do Japanese show their politeness?

Here are ten simple ways to be polite in Japan.Pour your friends drink. Stand on the correct side. Keep it down on the train. Blow your nose in private. Wash before getting in the onsen. Socks are for tatami. Stop for a snack. Oshibori are for hands.30 Oct 2017