The article highlights the author's experiences with cultural differences after relocating from the US to Japan, emphasizing public amenities like clean restrooms and facilities for families. Vending machines, which offer a wide range of food and beverages, are notably more embraced in Japan than in the US. Additionally, the author discusses the societal acceptance of mask-wearing in Japan, contrasting it with the divisive attitudes observed in the US, pointing to a cultural emphasis on collectivism and cleanliness in Japan.
Vending machines in Japan offer meals and drinks that are accessible everywhere, making them one of my favorite aspects of living here—something I never experienced in the US.
Masks remain widely used in Japan for cultural and environmental reasons, reflecting a collectivistic society where the group's needs are prioritized over individual comfort.
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