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The handful of Japanese customs an American visitor actually meets, and what happens if you get one wrong. Mostly less than you fear.

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Japan Etiquette: 10 Things Americans Should Know

A few simple customs go a long way in Japan. Here are the etiquette basics every American traveler should know before arriving, from queuing and shoes to the onsen tattoo rule.

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