In this episode, Aaron and I revive our old HHJ style with drinks on the couch :) We discuss favors in Japan and how important they are in everyday life here.
Gifts from a wedding aren't that unusual, even in the states. We call them "wedding favors," And they are usually something like a candle holder, your name card (if it's something special, like a giant diamond or something,) Jordan Almonds. Etc.
About returning favors, I think this is a great ritual and custom. It shows care for another person. They after all went out of their way for us, so it shows appreciation much more than simply saying 'Thank you' which really is a lot of fluff sometimes! I have Japanese friends and their way of'thanking me' really touches my heart! Also regarding wedding 'gifts' given to attendees. There are some communities in India that do the same. Love your channel! Jennifer Kumar, Cross-Cultural Coach
great video guys! glad you're back. Happy New Year! i plan to go to stop in to see 3 business associates in yokohama and wonder if i am expected to bring them gifts. also, if so, what kind of gifts ? where do i find this info?
Aaron, have you seen this?/watch?v=WQB_kANHlk0
christine39 1 day ago
Gifts from a wedding aren't that unusual, even in the states. We call them "wedding favors," And they are usually something like a candle holder, your name card (if it's something special, like a giant diamond or something,) Jordan Almonds. Etc.
Candorsmayhem 2 months ago
Lol keepin tally on the favours -:D
OoOxChibbeexOoO 2 months ago
About returning favors, I think this is a great ritual and custom. It shows care for another person. They after all went out of their way for us, so it shows appreciation much more than simply saying 'Thank you' which really is a lot of fluff sometimes! I have Japanese friends and their way of'thanking me' really touches my heart! Also regarding wedding 'gifts' given to attendees. There are some communities in India that do the same. Love your channel! Jennifer Kumar, Cross-Cultural Coach
alaivani 9 months ago
OSAKA! its home!!!! the japanese guy is so cute!!!
ryohayashi 11 months ago
Very interesting videos Im really enjoying them.
Pippip3030 11 months ago
i love your website and i am learning japanese. you're both awesome!(by the way the, the taiko video is awesome)
ACECLONE234 1 year ago
btw, i would love to bring them something but i dont want to give wrong impressions.
SOGN0 1 year ago
great video guys! glad you're back. Happy New Year! i plan to go to stop in to see 3 business associates in yokohama and wonder if i am expected to bring them gifts. also, if so, what kind of gifts ? where do i find this info?
SOGN0 1 year ago
Great videos! Very informative and fun, thank you. Doumo Arigato Gozaimasu!
mstevahn 1 year ago