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Some observations of the local Japanese: Business casual hasn't caught on here, most salarymen dress in conservative blue or gray suits. Women seem to have
excessive downtime, the vast majority of shoppers in Ginza and Shinjuku are women and the stores reflect and cater to them...how many shoe stores does a city need? Cellphone penetration is extremely high, not
unusual to have >2 mobiles.
Catnaps on the train are common, heated cushioned seats and smooth rides make
it all the more accomodating.
Shoppers, especiallywomen love Louis
Vuitton products--from handbags, umbrellas, hats, etc.

I'll say over 90% of Tokyo women have some hair coloring done, while the number for men is alarmingly high as well. Was told that since hair coloring is seen as a rite of passage as it is prohibited when attending school. It is more uncommon to see a Japanese adult with his/her natural hair color.

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We found the Japanese to be very polite and welcoming people. We constantly needed help with directions and no one turned us away or ignored us.

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I was taking a picture of the front of the restaurant and noticed that the guy behind the counter stopped cooking and posed for the camera. It always makes me laugh!

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People: What a culture! We found the...
What a culture! We found the Japanese to be VERY respectful. It should be expected of the traveler. All conversations were held in private with no loud talking. Cells phones did not ring, they buzzed. The recipient would then find a out of the way place to talk. Orderly lines are formed for any waits so look for the stripes on the floor. Even coughing was quiet and discrete. In short, for a city of 15 million people during the day, Tokyo is very organized and respectful of others; some things we Westerners could learn. A traveler there would have to observe the 'rules' to better enjoy the city.

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