When should I bow in Taiwan?

Under what circumstances, if any, should I bow while I'm in Taiwan?

I know that Taiwan is now a separate country from Japan, and has its own customs and etiquette, but I think I've seen staff bow to me sometimes, and it's not because they think I'm Japanese.

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Best Answer

For daily greeting, it's great to wave hands and smile to others. Also, you can shake hands if it's the first time to meet people in Taiwan. We don't bow to others, even if you're in temple.

However, try being yourself in Taiwan. It's great to feel as you're at home. :)

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Is it polite to bow in Taiwan?

Meeting and GreetingA nod of the head or a slight bow is considered polite for the first meeting.

How do you show respect in Taiwan?

Meeting people

A handshake is the common greeting.

Handshakes are not as firm as in many other countries.

Men should wait for a woman to extend her hand.

Many Taiwanese lower their eyes during the greeting as a sign of respect.

Greet or introduce the most important person first.

What does it mean when a Chinese person bows to you?

In formal situations, people bow slightly or nod politely to greet one another formally. The bow is from the shoulders and should be greater if the person you are greeting has a higher status than you. If seated, the Chinese will stand up out of respect when they are introduced to someone.

What should you not do in Taiwan?

5 Things You Should Never Ever Do in Taiwan

Tell somebody to \u201c'F-word' off\u201d and/or flip the bird (the universal offensive gesture) ...
Cause someone to lose face. ...
Get in a fight. ...
Cross the street without looking both ways. ...
Talk about your income.

Taiwan leader says it won't be forced to bow to China

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