"Unwritten Rules" in Japan 日本の見えないルール
14 February 2026

"Unwritten Rules" in Japan 日本の見えないルール

Okkei Japanese Podcast

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In this episode, I answer some questions about daily life and manners in Japan.

It can be a bit confusing sometimes like the table charge at restaurants or where to stand on the escalator. I talk about those little cultural differences today.

Topics:

    Otoshi (Appetizer): Do you have to pay?Escalators: Standing on the left vs. the right.Business Japanese: The real meaning of "Kentou shimasu" (I'll think about it).Trash Cans: Why are there none in the city?Rush Hour: The pressure to move fast at ticket gates.

I hope this is good listening practice for you.

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