Where people sincerely apologize for making a mistake... like the handwritten note I received on a package (and also notice - it's in English!)....
Where packages can be freely left out in the lobby by the delivery company, because no one would even consider stealing them...
Where attention to detail matters....
Where it's normal for individual cakes/treats to look like this....
And for individual birthday cakes for children to look like this....
Where store employees run (literally, RUN!) to get something for you....
Where you can order something on Amazon and receive it in ONE day...
Where department store employees wait outside and deeply bow and give a warm "Irasshaimase!" to show gratitude to the first customers of the day...
Where people apologize because they can't understand me when I'm the one who moved to a foreign country and can't speak their language...
It's so easy to take all of this for granted. We are so thankful to be living abroad and experiencing these cultural differences first-hand.
sounds pretty awesome.
ReplyDeleteSo glad too you have had this wonderful opportunity in such a gracious country!
ReplyDeleteThanks for reminding us! I love Japan!!!!!!!!!!! Just used my last box of Japanese tissues and my laundry detergent is almost gone : (
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