American's Guide to Japan

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Welcome to the American's Guide to Japan Website!  This website was created for Americans to use to better understand the Japanese culture and lifestyle.  This site can be used as informational guide to prepare yourself before a trip to Japan, to prevent culture shock.  Or as a source to research the culture of Japan for your own personal knowledge.  For whatever reason, I encourage you to browse through the many different sections provided above and learn more about the Japanese Culture.


A summary of the contents of each of the pages can be found below.

Japan's Background - This page contains a brief overview of the history and cultural background of Japan.  If you don't know much about Japan, this would be a good place to start researching.

Cultural Misunderstandings - One of the biggest barriers between Americans and Japanese are the cultural misunderstandings between them.  Learn more about what they are and how they can be avoided.

Etiquette and Taboos - If you plan to travel to Japan in the future, this is one page you will need to check out.  This page explains what can and cannot be done in Japan regarding how you greet, dinning manners, and how you act in everyday life.

Traveling to Japan - This page made specifically to those planning to travel Japan.  Many tips on what to expect in Japan, and suggestions on what items should be brought with you are found here.

Current News in Japan - Want to know what is going on in Japan today?  Check out this page for current news and events in Japan that may or may not effect your trip.

Discussion Page
- A place for ex-travelers to Japan to share their personal experiences or a place for future travelers to ask questions about and discuss Japanese culture, lifestyle, current news, taboos, history, etc.

Helpful Links - Feel like this website wasn't able to answer all of your questions?  No worries!  I have provided a list of other useful websites you might want to check out to further your research.  Just click the Helpful Links tab located above.

Citations - All information and images used on this website is cited on this page.