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Social Rules
The Invisible Line: Unwritten Rules of the Japanese ‘Genkan’
Imagine stepping through the front door of your home after a long, exhausting day. If you live in North America or Europe, you might walk straight into the living room, perhaps kicking off your shoes near the sofa, or you might even walk... -
Social Rules
The Hidden Grid: Why Most Japanese Streets Have No Names
If you are a traveler from North America, Europe, or almost anywhere else in the western hemisphere, your first attempt at finding a specific location in Japan will likely be a deeply confusing experience. You might step out of a train s...
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