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10 Culture Shocks in Japan That Surprise First-Time Visitors

A Japanese Explains! Here are 10 surprising culture shocks you might experience in Japan—from silent trains to tricky trash rules. Know them before you go!

Culture? Bad Manners? – Why Japanese People Slurp Noodles

A Japanese Explains! Why slurping noodles in Japan is totally normal—except when it’s not. From soba to spaghetti, find out what’s okay to slurp and what might earn you silent stares.