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Meeting a Japanese Girl, buy a gift? 2010/12/10 07:58
Hello!

I'll be meeting a Japanese penfriend I've been emailing for a while now.

Is it a good idea to get a small gift?

I know Japanese culture likes giving gifts to friends, visiters, etc, etc.

Although it might not be a good idea for her to carry a gift throughout the day, and also listening to women's opinions, most suggest it's not a good idea. However, it is different in Japanese culture? Gift is classed as a good gesture and nothing more?
by grayfox (guest)  

. 2010/12/11 23:50
You are free to bring along a gift, but you don't have to.

I've met about 4 or 5 penfriends in the past, either Japanese or foreign people who are/were residents in Japan, and none brought gifts.

If you do bring a gift, don't let her carry it around unless it's tiny. Typically, people would hand it either as they say good-by or at the last place they sit down for tea or meals.

Hope you have fun!
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;o) 2010/12/13 06:46
Thank you very much for your answer. It turned out extremely well. I can't tell you what I gave her (just in case she is reading this), but I sense she liked it a lot. The whole day is the best day this year! Thank you!
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Great! 2010/12/13 18:20
Thanks for the feedback. Good to know :)
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