Hi there people! Welcome to the 'Tips n' Stuff' link in the J-Files! I bet you're wondering what kind of tips I have to offer?? Well, that's a darn good question, and one that I'd better figure out fast before I type the next line! Ok, uhhmmmhhmmmm ... well, let me just write what comes to my head. Not really 'tips' because who's to say I know any better, but maybe just some interesting things I've noticed. Some are probably obvious, others... who knows...
K, this is all I can think of right now, but when more come to my head I'll pop them in!They bow instead of shaking hands. Sometimes, it's both. Sometimes, it's neither... Looking someone in the eye just isn't done really, it's considered a bit rude I think. They eat fast (but not as fast as me!) They eat load, ie. slurping, burping, eating with mouth full is all 'allowed' They bring dishes to their mouths, and drink soup from the bowl often. It's OK to do that. They pour drinks for eachother, all the time. Coworkers socialize out of the office a lot! Business meetings/ social affairs involve lots of alcohol. Offices have a team atmosphere (at least mine does) - maybe that has to do with how they socialize out of the office. There is more overtime involved... working weekends is *very* common (very!) There is this humungous business hierarchy, and someone's status (at work) is usually dependent on their age. Most women are required to quit work once they get married -- either because their husband says so, or because the office says so. Arranged marriages are still the norm Commenting on someone's excessive weight is considered a bit of a compliment if it's a man because it means his wife is a good cook! You don't leave tips for waitresses/waiters, at all!