People Don’t Talk on Trains
Hop on a train in Tokyo during rush hour and you’ll notice something unusual—silence. Even though the cars are packed, no one is talking on their phones or chatting loudly with friends.
In most countries, public transit is full of noise and conversation. But in Japan, quiet is a sign of courtesy, not awkwardness.
Keeping to yourself in public spaces is a deeply ingrained social norm. It ensures a calm, respectful environment, especially in shared spaces like trains—something unimaginable in many other bustling cities.