Every custom is normal to its practitioners but strange to the newcomer. In fact, any Asian would throw his hands up if he saw the Tomatina festival, so common for the Spanish. But today we will talk about the opposite case:
The 6 strangest Asian customs
1. bandaged feet
This practice was carried out to prevent the normal growth of the foot, reaching between 10 and 15 centimeters. The so-called “lotus foot” It was considered the most erotic part of a woman’s body.
In 1911 foot binding was banned, however, it is still performed in more conservative regions.
2. Giraffe women
Women of the Karen tribe in Thailand who are born on full moon Wednesdays, access the honor of placing golden rings on his neck to lengthen it to incredible dimensions.
The collars are added as the years go by and they cannot take them off, because their heads would fall off due to the sagging muscles.
3. Masks
Masks are now a fashion accessory in Japan that seeks to hide emotions or make the face appear smaller. Avoiding the spread of diseases is secondary.
4. Geisha
They are male entertainment professionals, who, trained since they were children, enjoy a good reputation in Japanese culture.
They must possess qualities for Japanese arts, music, dance and storytelling. Originally there were also male geishas, but currently there are only women.
5. Okali
Religious rite practiced in southern India that consists of throw babies from 15 meters highwho fall cushioned by a blanket held by their relatives.
The custom promoted by priests seeks for children to have luck, health, prosperity and strength in their lives.
6. Make noise when eating
It seems that what is considered bad manners in the West is the opposite in Japan; There, making a lot of noise when eating is considered a sign of education. In this way they convey their pleasure in the food, thus seeking to thank the cook for his work.
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