Q.

Which of the following is a big no-no in Japan when using chopsticks?

a. inserting chopsticks into rice

b. pass food between people with chopsticks

c. point at objects or people with chopsticks

A.

The answer is ALL THREE!

Using chopsticks in ways that dishonor food being served is considered ill-mannered. As passing food between people with chopsticks is only done in funerals when handling cremated bones, this is especially a big no-no.

Other rules include placing chopsticks in X shape instead of placing parallel to one another and making noise/playing with chopsticks. Also, some people might be surprised, but you should not stick chopsticks into food!

Did you know all the rules? Can you think of another one?

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