“It’s a shame that people fall for this, because there are so many quieter, underrated attractions to see.”

Hi, I’m Hannah Loewentheil, and as a Senior Writer at BuzzFeed I write about all things lifestyle, especially parenting, travel, and food.

"In public places, quiet restaurants and cafés, and especially on public transportation, the Japanese are silent or discreet about talking to one another. If you want to talk out loud, do so in a way that doesn't draw attention."

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