Bow Show respect Manners of Japanese people in JapanBow Represents the partner through a physical representation of one type of greeting. Normally, the Japanese will bow in greetings, thanks to apologies and respect.

Break the type ofBow There are 3 major types.

1 Eshaku (会 釈) Greeting with light nodding: A simple greeting.

Bow 1

Use the case through a familiar greeting by straightening the curves down the level of about 15 degrees to the eye level matches the chest of the conversation. Do not forget to send a cheerful smile to your partner for a good night's sleep or to say Ohaho Ko-Sayus (Hello) or Osaka Nishizu ), It will be very good.

2 Keirei (敬礼) Normal bow Very often used.

2nd bow

Take with the chief Those who have the benefit of the customer.
Straighten straight ahead. Parallel to the floor 30 - 35 degrees to the eye level away from the foot about 1.5 - 2 meters.
Then take a breath slowly 「1 · 2 · 3」 then gradually return to normal.

3 Saikeirei It is a humble bow.

Bow 3

Mostly used in case of thanks or apologies.
Use with adult executives. Which is considered the most polite. And it shows a deeper feeling than any other. Should be used in the opportunity to really thank you. I feel sorry and really sorry.
Curve down to 45 to 60 degrees, depending on how much. And high eye level from the foot about 1 meter look down below.
Slowly breathe out with 「1 · 2 · 3 · (4)」 then gradually rise to normal.

NG!

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**** what is taboo!

· Work with the bow It is very important to work. Make it look like a bad manners.
· Noddle up and down several times This will indicate a lack of sincerity. Bow to just 1 time is enough.
· Even if the conversation is moving. Let's stop and stand bowing better.