Manners Flashcards
Three types of standing bowing
Eshaku, Keirei, Saikeirei
What is Tejime?
A Japanese custom of rhythmic hand clapping.
When is Tejime Performed?
Performed at the end of a significant event.
Tejime
How is Ippon-jme performed?
Ippon-jime : three rounds of three claps followed by a single clap (3-3-3-1).
Tejime
How is Sanbon-jime performed?
Sanbon-jime : three sets of ippon-jime, totaling three rounds of (3-3-3-1).
What are the seating terms for seating hierarchy?
Kazima: Honorary seat (higher status/authority)
Shimoza: Lower Seat (individuals of lower status or rank)
What are Eating from Bowls Manners?
Eating from Bowls: Small bowls should be lifted close to your mouth; larger dishes should remain on the table.
What are the chopsticks manners?
Sharing Food: Use dedicated serving chopsticks when sharing food from communal dishes.
Mayoibashi: Moving chopsticks over bowls while deciding what to eat.
Yosebashi: Using chopsticks to pull or shift bowls.
Tatakibashi: Making noise by hitting bowls or plates.
Watashibashi: Resting chopsticks on the edge of a bowl or plate.
Sagurabashi: Searching for items within a bowl.
Neburibashi: Licking the ends of chopsticks.
Tatebashi: Sticking chopsticks upright in rice.
Chigiribashi: Using chopsticks like knives and forks.
Sashibashi: Stabbing food with chopsticks.
Utsushibashi: Transferring food from one pair of chopsticks to another.
Namidabashi: Picking up food and letting it drip.
Expressions used before and after your meals
Beginning the Meal: Start with “itadakimasu” (“I gratefully receive”) after everyone has ordered.
Ending the Meal: Conclude with “gochisoosama deshita” (“thank you for the feast”) to express gratitude to the cook and for the ingredients.
What are drinking manners for waiting?
Waiting: Wait for everyone to have a drink and raise their glasses for a toast, typically saying “kampai,” before starting to drink.
What are drinking manners for pouring?
Pouring: Pour drinks for one another instead of filling your own glass, and regularly check your friends’ cups to refill them as needed.
What are drinking manners for sipping?
Sipping: If someone offers to refill your drink, take a sip from your glass before presenting it to them.
What is temiyage when visiting a house?
Bring a small gift, known as temiyage, as a token of appreciation.
Usually small snacks or sweets, and while there are no strict rules, it’s nice to wrap them neatly.
What is genkan when visiting a house?
Removing your shoes at the entrance
What is the Toilet eitquette when using the restroom when visiting a house?
Wear provided toilet slippers
Departure Cues:
When do you leave a house your visiting?
Japan is considered a high-context culture→ understanding nonverbal cues is crucial.
Japanese hosts might not directly indicate when it’s time for guests to leave, often hinting instead. (Need to read the atmosphere)
What is the primary difference between an onsen and a sento in terms of water source?
Onsen uses natural, mineral-rich hot spring water, while sento uses heated tap water.
What should you do with your towel while soaking in an onsen?
Do not let the towel touch the water; place it on the edge of the tub or balance it on your head.
What is the first step before entering the bathing area of an onsen?
Wash your body thoroughly at the washing area using a small stool and provided bucket or shower.
Is full nudity required for onsens true or false
True
Where do you place your clothes and belongings when visiting an onsen?
In the basket provided in the changing room.
What should you do before returning to the changing room after bathing?
Pat yourself dry with a small towel to avoid dripping water.
