Before you visit Japan, make sure you read up on travel etiquette. This one rule to follow before entering homes in Japan can save you some embarrassment.

Other features include a japanese style ‘genkan’ entry way, a cook’s kitchen and 2 bedrooms, one of which serves as a guest room/alternative work space and includes unique storage for all ...

Returning from a Japanese funeral, I paused in front of my "genkan" entrance and, from my bag, pulled out the white envelope that I had received. I felt the envelope for salt, but it was missing ...