Gifts, Cards & Apology

贈答・名刺・謝罪 · Zōtō · Meishi · Shazai

Omiyage arithmetic, two-handed meishi, and the three depths of the bow.

CODE: CIVIC-GIFT

OMIYAGE AFTER EVERY TRIP

MEISHI BOTH HANDS

BOWS 15° · 30° · 45°

SUMIMASEN 3-IN-1 PHRASE

ETIQUETTE FOCUS

Gift choiceMatch the occasion

PresentationOffer with care

Business cardsReceive attentively

ApologiesBe sincere and specific

Small money, large signal. A ¥1,000 box outperforms a ¥10,000 bottle given wrong.

Mandatory Submission Pack

Verify each asset before the immigration desk sees it.

0 OF 4 PACKED

Omiyage After Every Trip ALWAYS Return from anywhere with shareable regional sweets for the office. Individually wrapped, quantity over luxury.
Meishi: Both Hands, Read It RITUAL Offer facing the recipient, receive with both hands, study it a beat, and lay it on the table during the meeting — never pocket instantly.
Bow to the Depth CALIBRATE 15° eshaku for greetings, 30° keirei for business politeness, 45° saikeirei for deep thanks or apology. Match or slightly exceed.
Sumimasen Does Triple Duty CORE PHRASE Excuse me, thank you, I am sorry — one phrase covers attention, gratitude, and apology across all 47 prefectures.

General information only — immigration rules change and cases vary. Confirm with the Immigration Services Agency or a registered specialist before acting.