Foreign visitors learn Japanese customs from Sailor Moon and others in the Manga Manners art series instruction
Lightening Up on Japan's Culture: Your Pals in Manga Teach You the Essentials
Japan's rich culture can be a bit daunting for foreign travelers, but fear not! Your favorite manga characters are here to ease you into it. Announcing Manga Manners, a project that brings popular Kodansha manga series to life, dispensing practical advice on Japanese etiquette and customs.
After debuting at Narita Airport, Manga Manners has now set up shop in major Shinkansen stations —Tokyo, Shinagawa, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Shin Osaka. These vibrant posters feature manga characters teaching everything from train etiquette to cultural norms, such as how to don a kimono gracefully or revel in the joy of slurping your noodles without judgment.
So, who's in charge of this lessons-on-wheels initiative? You'll find stars like Sailor Moon, Attack on Titan, Cardcaptor Sakura, Ghost in the Shell, Akira, Parasyte, Fire Force, The Seven Deadly Sins, Chiikawa, Skip and Loafer, Blue Lock, Cells at Work, Fairy Tail, Kaiji, Medalist, Shota no Sushi, and Tokyo Revengers working their magic.
Here's a quick rundown of some key etiquette tips this motley crew is eager to share:
- Platform Precautions: The Colossal Titan from Attack on Titan suggests steering clear of platform edges when waiting for your train.
- Orderly Boarding: Parasyte's Migi will show you the ropes of forming an orderly line before hopping aboard the train.
- Dining Etiquette: Fire Force characters will confirm that slurping your noodles loud and proud is perfectly acceptable.
- Kimono Etiquette: Sailor Moon characters will walk you through the proper adjustment of your kimono.
- Celebratory Toasts: Chiikawa's trio will demonstrate the art of giving a rousing "Kanpai!" toast.
Remember, this cultural crash course will be around until June 30, 2025—perfect timing for tourists heading to the Osaka Expo. So, gather your friends, grab some tickets, and let your favorite manga characters be your cultural compass in Japan.
Source, images: PR Times
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Trivia:- The Manga Manners project is designed to make learning about Japanese etiquette more approachable and entertaining for tourists.- The selection of manga characters was carefully chosen to incorporate a range of genres, catering to the diverse interests of the target audience.
- The Manga Manners project, debuted at Narita Airport, offers a unique approach to teaching Japanese etiquette and customs, featuring popular manga series like Sailor Moon, Attack on Titan, and many others.
- At major Shinkansen stations like Tokyo, Shinagawa, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Shin Osaka, Manga Manners displays vibrant posters that help foreign travelers navigate various aspects of Japan's culture, such as train etiquette and kimono adjustments.
- Manga Manners aims to make learning about Japanese lifestyle more enjoyable and accessible through fun, relatable characters such as Ghost in the Shell, Akira, Parasyte, and more.
- Travelers can find practical advice on world manners, education-and-self-development, and everyday lifestyle in the Manga Manners project, like proper boarding etiquette from Parasyte's Migi or dining etiquette from Fire Force characters.
- Manga Manners, featuring various manga characters like Sailor Moon, Chiikawa's trio, and Tokyo Revengers, will continue to be a valuable resource for tourists until June 30, 2025, providing a great opportunity for those visiting the Osaka Expo.
- With Manga Manners, tourists can embark on a entertaining and educational journey into the national lifestyle and customs of Japan, making their travel experience more rewarding and fulfilling.
