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Being Uchi-deshi in
Iwama Personal names Use the prefix ¨-san¨ when addressing people, for instance: you should call Nakamura ¨Nakamura-san.¨ Usually Japanese people use their family names in daily life and will introduce themselves as for instance ¨Nakamura Ichiro,¨ with the family name first and given name last. In general, you call Japanese people by their last names + san. In cases where you are about the same age and have a close friendly relationship with the person, then the Japanese first name + san can be used. Also use ¨-san¨ after names when talking about a person to another person. You never use “...san” or any other title (Sensei for instance) when talking about yourself. Inside / outside Be aware of the different levels in Japan; the ground is considered dirty and shoes are taken off when you step up one level, as when entering a house, dojo etc. When in doubt, look to see if other people’s outdoor shoes are placed there, or ask! The same goes for things you are carrying: carry bags and other items should not be put on the ground if you are going to put them inside a house. Find an elevated place such as a bench etc. to park your bags when not holding them. >> Next page |
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