Questions about customary practices
13
votes
2answers
218 views
Chinese etiquette: Most common mistakes
My question is inspired by this one: Japanese etiquette: Most common (and offensive) mistakes? Which made me think about my upcoming trip to China.
As a Dutch citizen, I have experienced a lot that ...
13
votes
3answers
218 views
What does a couchsurfing host expect from their guests?
Just that. I've never do couch surfing and I'd like to start couchsurfing in my next trip, but I don't know what the host "expects". Do I have to take something in exchange for his/her offer? Or it's ...
13
votes
1answer
148 views
Presents for Japanese couchsurfer hosts
I was evaluating doing couchsurfing during my next trip in Japan and this question: What does a couchsurfing host expect from their guests? makes me want to ask if there is a sort of "etiquette" I ...
30
votes
6answers
1k views
Japanese etiquette: Most common (and offensive) mistakes?
I am aware that Japan has many unwritten rules of etiquette. What are some of the most common (and offensive) breaches of etiquette made by visitors?
On the flip side, what behaviors show respect ...
10
votes
1answer
300 views
What should I expect when I stay in a hotel?
I plan to stay in a hotel in Los Angeles, CA by myself for a few weeks in the near future. Is there anything important I should know about staying at a hotel?
Things that I have considered but I'm ...
5
votes
1answer
86 views
Is it considered “cheap” to not eat dinner at your ryokan?
I'm booking accommodation near Izu Inatori for the dontsuku matsuri (don't google it at work!) and I'm considering whether to book dinner at my ryokan.
I suspect that I'd rather be able to eat out so ...
24
votes
4answers
1k views
What is wrong with eating while walking in Japan? It doesn't seem to be an issue in other Asian countries
I have seen on many etiquette questions about Japan that this is a no no, but I can't seem to find what the reason for this is. I know that in countries like Taiwan or China it doesn't seem to be an ...
8
votes
1answer
203 views
Should I cover up my tattoo when visiting the Middle East?
I stumbled upon a question on blending in in Egypt, in which one user warns that Egyptians regard tattooed people as criminals or foreigners.
How big of a problem will tattoos be for a regular ...
11
votes
1answer
190 views
Tipping Etiquette for NYC Taxis
I'm going to New York City soon for business, and I will probably be using taxis frequently to get around. Is there a certain expected tipping percentage for NYC cab drivers?
12
votes
3answers
1k views
How long is a typical CouchSurfing stay?
When you are staying with a CouchSurfing host, what is a typical stay duration?
Is CS intended for short (1- or 2-night) trips, or is it not unusual to stay for a whole week or longer?
If I am ...
5
votes
1answer
154 views
Taking photos in Japan
I plan on taking photos of everywhere I go in Japan and am wondering if there are certain places, e.g. airports or possibly temples, where photos are not to be taken.
A link to online resources would ...
11
votes
1answer
169 views
Gift giving in Korea: Do I have to wrap snacks?
I just arrived on Seoul and brought some packets of dried mangoes for my hosts. I forgot to wrap them however. I've read that Koreans are particular about their gifts being wrapped but these gifts ...
