Culture & Society

Greeting Customs Around the World

A traveller reflects on the different greeting customs they have seen in other countries.

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1When I travelled abroad, I learned that greetings are different everywhere.

2In Japan, people usually bow politely instead of shaking hands with strangers.

3In France, friends often kiss each other on both cheeks.

4In some parts of India, people press their hands together and bow slightly.

5These small differences can surprise visitors when they first arrive.

6Once, I offered a handshake to a woman in Tokyo.

7She smiled kindly and bowed, and I quickly bowed back.

8I felt embarrassed for a moment, but it became a good memory.

9Now I always read about local customs before visiting a new country.

10Respecting these traditions shows that we care about other cultures.

11A simple greeting can open the door to a new friendship.

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