Nihon May 2026

( Soo-mee-mah-sen ): This means both "Excuse me" and "I'm sorry." Use it to get a waiter's attention, squeeze through a crowd, or apologize for a bump.

If you are desperate, you can usually find recycling bins specifically for bottles and cans next to vending machines, and small trash cans inside or just outside convenience stores. 🤫 4. Follow the Golden Rule of Public Transit: Silence ( Soo-mee-mah-sen ): This means both "Excuse me"

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