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How Japanese Stores Throw Shoppers Out at Closing Time

Abroad in Japan

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Kindness in Kyoto and Cultural Customs in Japan

This chapter delves into a nostalgic account of receiving hospitality in Kyoto, contrasts the impact of tourism on local experiences, and explores unique market traditions in Japan. It also examines the significance of a traditional closing song in Japanese stores and a popular store's decision to replace it with a new one due to cultural misunderstandings.

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