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[nymnym]

Things I wish I Knew Before Traveling to Japan #2

2. Beware of Other Tourists!

Surprisingly, my most frustrating experiences in Japan haven’t been with the locals but with other tourists. While the occasional shove in crowded areas is bound to happen, I’ve had several awkward encounters with fellow travelers.

For instance, two Italian men blocked the entrance to the women’s bathroom at Don Quijote, completely oblivious to the people trying to get by. Then there was a group of tourists from Spain at a revolving sushi bar in Nakano Broadway, who kept angrily shouting “NO QUIERO ESTE” at an elderly waitress after they received something they didn’t want. It was painful to watch. I mean, yelling louder in a foreign language isn’t going to make someone magically understand you. I felt so bad for her that I ended up buying her a drink. When I need to communicate something more complex, I just use Google Translate. It’s not perfect, but it's definitely better than shouting the same words over and over.

It wasn’t just the lack of courtesy in restaurants, though. I’ve also encountered tourists who stare, make creepy advances, or completely disregard personal boundaries. Some parents couldn't control their rude children who would point and yell at anyone who looked even slightly different (and, honestly, I’ve seen adults do the same). This kind of behavior might explain why Harajuku isn’t as lively as it once was.

After a few uncomfortable experiences, I started actively avoiding large groups of tourists. I’ve always felt sympathy for the locals having to deal with unruly visitors, but now I realize we tourists also need to be mindful of each other. On the bright side, I’ve had great encounters with fellow American tourists—everyone I met was friendly and helped me feel less isolated in a foreign place!

[um-morto-muito-louco]

I have a dream. Meu sonho era de ter uma luz dessa todo dia B. #donquijotejapan #japan #photography #br #brazi #trip #tripjapan #perfectlight #luzcameraacao #bw #red #blu #brid #bridestory #ihaveadream #sonho (em ドン・キホーテ（Don Quijote）楽市街道名古屋店) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoLRUwzhiDyj1NIeLOroe75wc3MGAPmLzbWvTY0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hniw4elisyry

[theedicorona]

Un seis de Coronas a diez dólares en la tienda de DonQuijote aquí en Japón. #japon #cervezas #coronas #donquijotejapan (at Japan) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTqq-ichpBg/?utm_medium=tumblr

[aquarianpath]

I love these little charms. Available #donquijotejapan one of the best places to go shopping for little trinkets and goodies here. . . . #disneycharms #ariel #littlemermaid #disneyariel #japanfinds https://www.instagram.com/p/CKtksvIp8kh/?igshid=1k4f6t3o859jh

[jefurei]

When Glico and I met 🇯🇵🎎 #Osaka #donquijotejapan #dotonboristreet #shinshaibashi #Japan #osakajapan (at 道頓堀 Dotonburi Osaka Japan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B82k-wDHUVrBfwXwtZZ0t95DLnFd2Tws22h_Wc0/?igshid=xz7qvxvldw0u

[ev620]

(Day 1) "Went to Don Quijote and bought so much stuff for friends. First day in Osaka and it's already freezing, but happy to be back in Japan" #japan #japanese #osaka #osakajapan #osakajapan #donquijote #donquijotejapan #photography #photographylovers #photo #vacation #vacationmode #vacation🌴 #vacations #vacation2019 #vacationvibes #vacationtime https://www.instagram.com/p/B7QlE7ljvMM/?igshid=1serdm9caqwdh

[wiki-taka]

#Dotonbori 2: the #DonQuijoteJapan Dotonbori outlet features a ferris wheel (#EbisuTower) that, together with AR goggles you can rent, gives you a commanding view of the #Osaka #Namba district. 12 Dec 2018. . . . #latergram #iphonephotography #iphoneonly #japantravel #日本 #大阪 #難波 #道頓堀 #ドンキホーテ (at Dotombori River Walk) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0kgPV1H6Up/?igshid=kj7ld5lqxks8

[darumaphoto]

Don Quijote!!

[danabonnie5]

Gudetama Egg Mochi 🥚🍳🍡 I bought in Japan 🇯🇵🎌Don Quijote#donquijotejapan

[jefurei]

#donquijotejapan #Namba #Osaka #Japan (at Don Quijote Osaka Namba) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8WTpOvnV1xK0r-wYL6Ul_MDpD8J4KFc56tSQc0/?igshid=1ccvxteriqjhy