Taboo custom in japan
The code of etiquette in Japan governs the expectations of social behavior in the country and is considered very important.
Japanese Table Manners
1. Itadakimasu and Gochisosama
Most of the guide books explain that it's important to say "itadaki-masu" before a meal and to say "gochisou-sama" after a meal. But it is not necessary to say, if you are not in Japanese home. |
2. Chopsticks Taboos
Traditional Japanese taboos involve chopsticks and cleanliness as well as chopsticks and ill omens. Never share chopsticks with anyone; this is highly uncleanly and improper. If you do not want to use the disposable chopsticks that restaurants offer, buy your own pair of chopsticks and carry them in a case. Also, never stick your chopsticks into your food to hold the chopsticks in place. This is bad luck, and if the chopsticks are completely upright, the gesture represents death. Use a chopstick holder |
Visiting someone's house
Wooden step into a Japanese hotel where one should take off one's shoes and wear the house slippers provided. It is considered an honor to be invited to someone's home in Japan. Many Japanese regard their homes as being too humble to entertain guest