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Go To Payment. Method 2. Avoid direct contact. Even if you feel comfortable with physical affection or physical demonstrations of familiarity, do not assume that the people around you feel the same way.
Even in informal situations, stick to a simple bow and maintain a healthy distance. If you have a close relationship with the people with whom you are interacting, you may be encouraged to demonstrate more familiarity with them. Follow the lead of those around you. Hold only brief eye contact. In more informal situations, you can make eye contact, but do not hold it for an extended period of time.
Instead, allow your gaze to linger for a matter of seconds before moving to another focal point. Follow the lead of the person with whom you are associating. If they do not initiate eye contact, you should follow suit. Give a small bow or dip of the head. Even in informal situations, you should offer a bow as a form of greeting. The depth of your bow will determine how much reverence or respect you are offering, so a small bow from the waist or a gentle dip of the head will suffice for an informal setting.
Shake hands. In an informal setting, feel free to offer up a handshake, but do not be too firm or aggressive.
Instead, keep your hand loose. Rather than holding a firm handshake for ten seconds or more, grasp hands for a maximum of five seconds before letting go.
Offer a smile. Method 3. Address using their formal name. In public, you should expect to greet people by their family names, rather than their first names. Using first names is considered far too familiar in a public setting, and may cause confusion or upset.
Addressing someone incorrectly is far ruder than asking for clarification. It is easy to pronounce and can be used anywhere, with anyone. You can use this phrase for everyone, from the person working at the front desk of the motel, to your friends and acquaintances.
Although it may seem unnecessary, the formal nature of Japanese culture encourages a formal greeting any time of day. Address everyone in a group. While a single greeting satisfies many cultures for a group of people, Japanese culture dictates that you address everyone in a group individually.
If you encounter a group of three people, for instance, it is proper to bow and speak a greeting three times, turning to face each person in turn. This may seem awkward at first, but will become easier as you practice. If you have trouble, practice at every available opportunity. It will eventually become second nature.
The distance between your feet and theirs should be around two or three feet. Not Helpful 0 Helpful How should I greet her and should I bow? You should say: Ohio go-zai-mas, and then bow. That is the formal greeting in Japan. Just say Ohio like you would say the state Ohio. Not Helpful 3 Helpful Many can be found at the ryokans available on Japanese Guest Houses. In contrast to the simple handshake employed in most Western countries, Japanese greet each other by bowing.
There are different types of bowing, from a slight nod to a low degree bow. Bowing or nodding your head is also done when apologizing or thanking someone. Since you are not Japanese, a nod of your head is usually enough when you greet someone. Some Japanese believe that it makes them taste better. Do not finish your soup before eating other foods. It should accompany your meal. Replace the lid of the soup bowl when finished eating. Dress Dress is modern and conservative.
The Japanese dress well at all times. Dress smartly for parties, even if an invitation says "Casual" or "Come as you are. Women should wear dresses, suits and shoes with heels. Subtle colors and conservative styles are best for business. Gifts The ritual of gift giving is more important than the value of the gift. Allow your Japanese counterpart to initiate the gift giving.
Present a gift in a modest fashion, saying, "This is just a small token," or "This is an insignificant gift. Give a gift and receive a gift with both hands and a slight bow. The Japanese may refuse a gift once or twice before accepting it. Do not give anyone a gift unless you have one for everyone present. Correct wrapping is very important. Appearance counts for as much or more than the contents.
Be prepared to give and receive a gift at a first business meeting. Gifts are frequently given at the end of a first meeting. Not giving a proper gift could ruin a business relationship. Helpful Hints Avoid using the number "four" if possible. It has connotations of death to the Japanese. The Japanese may ask personal questions. This is not intended to be rude, but rather a polite way to show interest.
You may give vague or general answers if you feel a question is too personal. The Japanese do not express opinions and desires openly. What they say and what they mean may be very different.
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