Some cultures are very gregarious and lively. They like loud music, speak to each other loudly, etc.
Which cultures have you found to be more reserved? Not necessarily cold or rude, just not as loud in public?
Some cultures are very gregarious and lively. They like loud music, speak to each other loudly, etc.
Which cultures have you found to be more reserved? Not necessarily cold or rude, just not as loud in public?
i remember a quote from some Youtuber about japanese culture she knew she’d messed up when she noticed the woman next to her on a train type out a phrase and it translated into " your headphones are too loud" :)
The more Japanese way would be “I like the music you are listening to.” If the person is familiar with the Japanese culture, he/she would apologize and turn down the volume. Non-Japanese or people don’t know about the culture would take this as an invitation to a conversation.
That kind of passive aggressiveness is more a Kyoto thing.
Not necessarily a Kyoto thing. It’s more common among the old generation.
Hate such passive aggressive behavior. Glad that I don’t see it so often in Tokyo. At least in the circles I run in.
Lol. I remember that one and now I always turn my headphones down on the train. Not that I ever had them that loud, I’m just paranoid now. I many listen to Gackt so I don’t know anyone that would complain. 🤣 Kidding