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On this page you will find a variety of video content that will be useful in your daily life. We hope you enjoy the videos.
Lifestyle Information Videos: Useful information for international residents just starting their life in Tokyo.
Interview Videos: Useful information for international residents already living in Tokyo.
Japanese manners & customs videos: Video introducing manners and customs in Japan.
In this video you can learn about the superstitions that influence how some Japanese people behave in the comfort of their own home.
Communication is key to understanding the manners and etiquette practiced in Japan. Understanding gestures can really help with this. This video introduces unique gestures to look out for in Japan.
Understanding gestures used in Japan can help us with communication and to avoid causing offence, however innocently. The gestures in this video might look familiar, but their meanings in Japan may come as a surprise.
Get off to a good start while doing business in Japan with the basics of business meeting etiquette introduced in this video, starting from what time to arrive!
Practicing good manners and etiquette is imperative in tight spaces in Japan. This video looks at how to avoid inconveniencing others in elevators and while waiting in line.
Japan's shrines welcome visitors from all walks of life. You can deepen your shrine experience by trying out some of the customs introduced in this video.
Some hotels and accommodations in Japan provide guests with yukata - a kind of light kimono. In this video you'll learn how, when and where to wear them, adding more authenticity to your stay.
Experiences don't come much more Japanese than a dip in a sento - a public bath. The experience can be as relaxing as it can be nerve-wracking for the first-timer. Don't worry though, this video walks you through it.
Izakaya are a popular venue for socializing in Japan, over food and drinks. In this video we look at some key izakaya etiquette to help you socialize smoothly.
Communication is key in the Japanese workplace and in this video we look at what constitutes good communication, regardless one's understanding of the language.
Japan's parks are typically free for everyone to enjoy, as such it's important for park users to be aware of their surroundings. This video highlights some of the rules established by parks in Japan such that they can be enjoyed by all.
Just as in other cultures, there's a “time, place and occasion” in Japan an understanding of which can help you to avoid potentially embarrassing moments and innocent mistakes.
In Japan you might find that the number 4 is missing from building floors and room numbers. This video explains why and introduces other numbers that influence the behavior of people around you.
Japan is a famously polite country but historical background and cultural differences may mean encountering this politeness in less familiar forms and situations.
The custom of gift-giving is deeply rooted in Japanese society and will almost certainly be encountered. Introducing the etiquette of giving and receiving gifts.
Writing (or typing) a good resume could be a key factor in finding employment in Japan. Before you get started though, this video may reveal a resume format that is quite different from that which you are used to.
While Japan tries to take customer service to the next level this video looks at examples of this that could cause confusion among those customers not ready for it.
While matters of fashion and style are down to the individual, in-store shopping etiquette is the same for everyone in Japan. This video shows shoppers what to look out for when trying on clothes.
A range of condiments and seasonings is used to add extra flavor to Japanese cuisine. This video introduces some of the most common as well as the classic, and sometimes unique, ways in which they are used.
Japan's celebrated hospitality and service extends to restaurants and other eateries. In this video we look at examples of services available to diners in Japan and how to make use of them.
Ever been out to eat soba noodles? In Japan it's natural for diners to make noise while eating soba. After watching this video maybe you'll want to give it a try, too.
Mastering chopsticks is more than just about establishing a good grip, there are manners and etiquette to consider, too. In this video we introduce some of those that will help you to start dining like a local.
Ruslan Abdul Gani
Web Director
Indonesia
Years in Tokyo : 3
Joto Area
A day in the Tokyo life of: Joining Gani for a visit to a Tokyo mosque where he tells us about life in Japan as a Muslim and the future as a family.
Ruslan Abdul Gani
Web Director
Indonesia
Years in Tokyo : 3
Joto Area
A day in the Tokyo life of: Joining Gani for an early start, the Tokyo commute, and local / office life.
