Is it rude to talk on the phone on a train in Japan?

Originally Answered: Is it impolite in Japan to use mobile phone in public transportation such as train and bus? Yes, it is considered a bad manner. The consensus is that you are sharing the time and space with everyone there, so you are expected to be considerate by not making noise others would not care for.



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While you may be accustomed to chatting with your traveling companions while using public transportation, this is not the norm in Japan. Loud chatter or other disturbance is considered rude. You may notice that most Japanese train passengers stand or sit in silence.

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Many people use their mobile phones while on the train. However, you should be cognizant that your phone use does not disturb others. Never talk on your phone while on the train, unless using the designated phone area of the shinkansen. Silence and use headphones so that your media cannot be heard by others.

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Do NOT Eat Food. There is a custom in Japan where most people do not eat food outside other than when in restaurants. However, when using the bullet train or the green car, you are permitted to eat food. Normal trains and people commuting using said trains do not permit the consumption of food whilst riding the train.

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Train carriages are especially troublesome. They're not only made out of large continuous pieces of signal-blocking metal, but hurtle along at high speeds. Both of these factors make it more difficult for your smartphone to lock on to the signal from a mast or antenna.

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Here are 10 do's and don'ts while on the train in Japan.
  • Don't take up too much space. ...
  • Keep it quiet. ...
  • Put your phone on mute. ...
  • Priority seats. ...
  • Get on the train in turn & don't rush onto the train. ...
  • Don't eat and drink. ...
  • Don't litter. ...
  • Don't do your makeup.


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  • Craft beer production on your own is forbidden.
  • Japan has strict guidelines for health measures.
  • Accept extra change.
  • Some over-the-counter medications legal in your country may be illegal in Japan.
  • Dancing is not permitted in some nightclubs.
  • Certain rules when naming newborns.
  • Trash Cans aren't seen in public places.


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