Manners vary by place
An expert has revealed which country has the best manners.
However, etiquette is highly subjective and depends on where you are.
A gesture can seem polite in one place and rude elsewhere.
For example, the US treats restaurant tipping as mandatory, so not tipping feels rude.
Japan does it differently
Meanwhile, Japan sees tipping in a negative light.
It can imply someone is not paid enough or you are buying favour.
It can also ignore that great service is a social expectation.
So, “best” manners can be a complicated idea.
Hanson shares pick
Now William Hanson weighed in on the most polite country.
He is known for social media videos about modern manners and a book.
Speaking to LADBible Stories, he said:
“I think I want to say Japan, they’re very respectful in Japan.
“They’re probably the only country to make the British look relaxed.”
Another polite country
Then Hanson added another country he rates highly.
“Singapore, also very polite as well. It’s probably not a western country is the answer to this question, which as a westerner is quite sad.”
Why context matters
Also, social status etiquette is a big part of Japanese language and culture.
Finally, manners often depend on context, and people shift around family or friends.