What cultural faux pas should I try to avoid making in Sendai?

"When visiting Sendai, it's important to respect the local customs and traditions to avoid any cultural faux pas. Firstly, avoid wearing shoes inside homes, temples, and traditional restaurants. There will usually be a place to store your shoes at the entrance. When eating, never stick your chopsticks vertically into your rice, as this is a ritual performed at funerals. Also, avoid passing food from chopstick to chopstick, as this is another funeral tradition. In Japan, it's considered rude to blow your nose in public, so try to do this in private if necessary. Tipping is not customary in Japan and can sometimes be seen as insulting, so avoid leaving extra money at restaurants or for taxi drivers. When visiting temples or shrines, follow the local customs for prayer and don't take photos in areas where it's prohibited. Avoid speaking loudly in public places, as it's considered rude and disruptive. Lastly, remember that personal space is highly valued in Japan, so avoid touching people, especially those you don't know well," wrote a member who made the move to Sendai, Japan.

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