All you have to do is be polite and thank them for their services. As a general rule, tipping in Japan is not accepted.
Taking money out of your wallet or purse and handing it to the staff directly is considered as an insult. The Japanese are hardworking people and do not expect a tip and in most cases will politely refuse the tip as well. However, like I already mentioned, there are exceptions to tipping in Japan. Tipping your tour guide may be accepted and he might accept it with gratitude.
You cannot whip out your wallet and hand them a few bills. When tipping in Japan, put clean bills in a decorative envelope and hand it over to the person with both your hands and bow your head slightly.
You can do this to show your extra appreciation. Related: Check in to a ryokan with an onsen for a relaxing experience. Here are the best onsens in Hakone you can enjoy during your trip! Since tipping in Japan is not customary, nobody is expected to be tipped in the first place. Generally speaking, you do not leave a tip for any Japanese hotel staff. But then again, anywhere you go or stay in Japan, the service is most definitely going to be exceptional. When it comes to hospitality, the Japanese are one of the best in the world and provide first-class service — be it a fancy 5-star hotel or a humble Minshuku Japanese version of bed and breakfast.
Related: Travelling to Japan? I hope climbing the Mt Fuji is in your itinerary. Check out the guide here! Tipping your concierge in Japan is not appreciated at all. Your concierge in Japan will give you his or her best service because their job requires them to do so. It will create an uncomfortable situation for both your concierge and you.
If you want to show your gratitude, you can offer them something small and of minimal monetary value — like a postcard from your area or hometown. Related: Planning a Tokyo trip? Let me help you with the itinerary! Although tipping is sometimes acceptable in upscale Western hotels, most of the hotel staff that you encounter are trained to politely refuse tips and tokens of gratuity.
Never insist that someone accept your tip, because it may be forbidden as a condition of employment and will only result in you forcing the hotel staff into an uncomfortable situation.
When in Japan, you can check the bill to see if a service charge has been added, which will usually be between 10 and 15 percent. If you don't see a charge, it's still not recommended you tip since giving someone additional money can insinuate that you don't believe they earn a fair wage. If you decide to tip, sometimes the staff will panic and run down the street to catch you and return the money, thinking perhaps you absentmindedly left it on the table.
Part of that misunderstanding might be due to the fact that quite a few restaurants require patrons to pay up front with the host or hostess, instead of at the table. Rounding up fares for drivers may be commonplace throughout Asia, but in Japan, your driver will give you back exact change. If you insist they keep the change, they will probably refuse. Your tour guide will not be expecting a tip, but if you have an exceptionally good tour or you feel that your guide went above and beyond you can try to tip them.
It's likely they will accept it though some may still refuse. Whether you're getting a treatment at a spa or your hair styled at a salon, you won't be expected to tip extra in Japan. You can instead show your satisfaction to your stylist or spa attendant with a thank you and a small bow. On the rare occasion that you actually need to give a tip or give money in Japan, do so by putting the money inside of a tasteful, decorative envelope and seal it.
Pulling cash out of your pocket in full view of the recipient is the worst way to handle the transaction, as it is seen as arrogant and flashy. The tip should be presented more like a gift than just additional cash or payment for services. Hand it to the recipient using both hands and with a slight bow. Do not expect them to open your gift right away; chances are, they'll put it aside and then contact you later to thank you.
Just be polite and thank your waiter or waitress for their service. Ultimately, Japanese culture prizes respect and dignity far more than tipping. Public transportation in Japan is excellent, but sometimes a taxi ride is necessary. If you should decide to leave a tip, it may, or may not, be refused.
Do not be offended if it is rejected. If you are leaving a tip, place the money in an envelope and leave it behind in your room. Do not give the tip to any one in-person as that is considered rude. When in a spa or at the hotel spa, do not leave a tip. Remember to incline your head when greeting the masseuse, take off your shoes and always be polite. Most importantly, respect and politeness is expected at all times, and if your tip is refused, do not to be offended.
If you insist on leaving a tip in your hotel and are unsure what the appropriate method is, check with your concierge or hotel receptionist. I come here because I am currently at the Conrad Hotel in Tokyo 3 to 4 times a year tipping in this society now is not only excepted but expected. Sadly many of those food traditions have given away to the modern standards in an international like Tokyo. Smaller places of the countryside I agree shipping is not required.
Tip is still not expected now, even in Tokyo. You may notice all people who tip are tourists. I live in Tokyo, not native but working here for couple of years, and tipping here is not a great idea. It might be considered rude, for them dignity is more important than few bucks. My husband wants to go to Japan for our next vacation. Hello, I would like to subscribe for this webpage to obtain latest updates, therefore where can i do it please help out. I just like the helpful information you provide for your articles.
Good luck for the next! Really helpful artical regarding the japan, I am just about to visit japan after these crises goes end. This will help me out at there. Thank you very much for the information. I was actually planning to visit Japan for some professional reasons. I hope it would be a great experience. Japan is my dream destination.
Thank you so much for all that information. Thanks for your post. Really appreciate these tips. I wish I knew them when I started traveling years ago. It looks like you have done a lot of research on this.
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