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Japan, a country made from an archipelago off the coast of East Asia, is well-known for its unique and proud culture. The Japan culture may seem quirky to some, but this vibrant and prosperous nation can certainly teach others a thing or two about innovation, imagination, family values, and respect for others. These Japan facts seem so far from the Western culture we're used to that some of their traditions might seem exotic to us.

We here at Bored Panda have compiled a follow-up list of the weird and wonderful Japanese culture practices that make them just so Japanese. You can find part 1 of the amazing facts here, and if these posts don't make you want to explore Japan tourism immediately then there's always the gorgeous scenery, delicious food, fascinating history, skiing and more!

Scroll down below to check out the list full of interesting facts for yourself, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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Japanese Team Leaves A Spotless Locker Room With A "Thank You" Note In Russian Despite Their Heartbreaking 2-3 Defeat To Belgium

Japanese Team Leaves A Spotless Locker Room With A "Thank You" Note In Russian Despite Their Heartbreaking 2-3 Defeat To Belgium

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    This Hand-Written Letter I Received From A Mail Order Off Amazon

    This Hand-Written Letter I Received From A Mail Order Off Amazon

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    #3

    This Fountain In Kanazawa, Japan Displays The Time

    This Fountain In Kanazawa, Japan Displays The Time

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    A Hotel In Tokyo Has A Reception Desk That Is Run By Robot Dinosaurs

    A Hotel In Tokyo Has A Reception Desk That Is Run By Robot Dinosaurs

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    #5

    Most Organized Luggage Pickup You’ll Ever See. All Upright With Handle Facing Outward For Easy Pickup

    Most Organized Luggage Pickup You’ll Ever See. All Upright With Handle Facing Outward For Easy Pickup

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    #6

    Rice Paddy Art Is An Art Form Originating In Japan Where People Plant Rice Of Various Types And Colors To Create Images In A Paddy Field

    Rice Paddy Art Is An Art Form Originating In Japan Where People Plant Rice Of Various Types And Colors To Create Images In A Paddy Field

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    Went In To A Police Booth In Tokyo To Get Directions To A Place 3 Blocks Away, The Officer Made Me A Detailed Handdrawn Map To Make Sure I Find It... Just Wow!

    Went In To A Police Booth In Tokyo To Get Directions To A Place 3 Blocks Away, The Officer Made Me A Detailed Handdrawn Map To Make Sure I Find It... Just Wow!

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    #8

    This Sign In Japan Shows The Proper Seating Etiquette

    This Sign In Japan Shows The Proper Seating Etiquette

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    In Japan, Beginner Drivers Use A Shoshinsha Mark - Green And Yellow V-Shaped Symbol That New Drivers In Japan Must Display On Their Cars For One Year After They Obtain A Standard Driver's License. There Is Also A Fukushi Mark Used To Denote Elderly Drivers

    In Japan, Beginner Drivers Use A Shoshinsha Mark - Green And Yellow V-Shaped Symbol That New Drivers In Japan Must Display On Their Cars For One Year After They Obtain A Standard Driver's License. There Is Also A Fukushi Mark Used To Denote Elderly Drivers

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    #10

    Unattended Grocery Store. Just Pick What You Want And Leave The Money In The Jar

    Unattended Grocery Store. Just Pick What You Want And Leave The Money In The Jar

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    Flight Delayed In Japan. Airline Employees Bow To The Passengers To Apologise

    Flight Delayed In Japan. Airline Employees Bow To The Passengers To Apologise

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    Sticker That Was On My Package From Japan

    Sticker That Was On My Package From Japan

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    #13

    This Tank Style Stairs Dolly In Japan

    This Tank Style Stairs Dolly In Japan

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    #14

    The Fire Escape For This Building Is A Slide

    The Fire Escape For This Building Is A Slide

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    #15

    The Japanese Ebay Seller I Bought This PS3 Game From Also Sent Me A Japanese Tea Bag With It

    The Japanese Ebay Seller I Bought This PS3 Game From Also Sent Me A Japanese Tea Bag With It

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    A Tiny Pocket In The Back Of Train Seat To Put Your Train Ticket In So When The Conductor Comes Round He Just Checks It Without Waking You Up

    A Tiny Pocket In The Back Of Train Seat To Put Your Train Ticket In So When The Conductor Comes Round He Just Checks It Without Waking You Up

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    #17

    Japan’s Highest Bridge’s Height Is Compared To Godzilla

    Japan’s Highest Bridge’s Height Is Compared To Godzilla

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    #18

    The Seat Pattern On The Train In Japan Tells You Where Priority Seating Is

    The Seat Pattern On The Train In Japan Tells You Where Priority Seating Is

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    Bus Driver Holding An Umbrella So That You Don’t Get Wet While Opening Yours

    Bus Driver Holding An Umbrella So That You Don’t Get Wet While Opening Yours

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    #20

    Real-Life Mario Kart Racing In Tokyo Traffic

    Real-Life Mario Kart Racing In Tokyo Traffic

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    #21

    Sheet Of Paper That Japanese Trains Give To Riders To Excuse Their Tardiness At Work. It Indicates The Date And How Late The Train Was

    Sheet Of Paper That Japanese Trains Give To Riders To Excuse Their Tardiness At Work. It Indicates The Date And How Late The Train Was

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    #22

    Japan Is A Rapidly Ageing Population And Is Running Out Of Workers To Take Care For Elders. They Are Solving This Problem With Robots. One Of Them - Robear - Is Able To Lift A Parson And Transfer Him To A Wheelchair Or Help To Get To A Bathroom

    Japan Is A Rapidly Ageing Population And Is Running Out Of Workers To Take Care For Elders. They Are Solving This Problem With Robots. One Of Them - Robear - Is Able To Lift A Parson And Transfer Him To A Wheelchair Or Help To Get To A Bathroom

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    #23

    Anti-Bacterial Handrails In Tokyo Metro Escalator

    Anti-Bacterial Handrails In Tokyo Metro Escalator

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    This Coffee Shop In Tokyo Clearly Marks Each Customers Space At The Counter

    This Coffee Shop In Tokyo Clearly Marks Each Customers Space At The Counter

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    #25

    What Happens When A Train Ticket Machine Runs Out Of Change In Tokyo

    What Happens When A Train Ticket Machine Runs Out Of Change In Tokyo

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