I have a good friend from overseas. I am from Japan. As you know, we don't have exacatly the same customs, tradition, so I sometimes feel so frustrated to be a friend with him even we are good friends....Should I tell him that I feel that way or stay quiet without saying anything. for example it takes 3, 4 days to reply to my mobile text.......it is considered rude in Japan, but do I have to day that?
2006-11-12 01:31:21 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Yes it is completely possible. I am American and my husband is Arab and we have a wonderful relationship. I am learning a lot about his traditions and customs and he is learning about mine. Just like with any friend of the same or different culture, there are going to be differences from person to person, but if you are friends, you have to compromise sometimes. You can both learn a lot from each other.
2006-11-12 01:36:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should tell him that it is considered rude in japan, but also tell him that you know his culture is different and be understanding. You can be friends with people from othercultures... I'm American and one of my friends is from India. If it is a very big mistake to not return the texts in Japan and it really upsets you, you should make it clear that isn't acceptable.
2006-11-12 01:50:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very possible to build a friendship with different nationalities. I am very close to a girl that is spanish, ad we have different customs, religion, everything. I am american. It is completely normal. If in Japan it is considered rude text messeging, then tell your friend. GoOd LuCk.
2006-11-12 01:36:16 · answer #3 · answered by J&B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You just have to be accepting of his culture. There are many differences between nationallities but if you really want to be friends with this guy then those differences shouldnt matter to either of you. Please understand that because he doesnt reply to you quickly he is not trying to be rude. He is not even aware that you think it is rude because he doesnt know about your culture. You guys should discuss eachothers customs and maybe like that you guys can tolerate each other a bit more.
Best wishes
funkUCLA
2006-11-12 01:46:19 · answer #4 · answered by funkucla!!! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My answer is sure. My brother Evan is relationship somebody from a distinctive nationality (he's caucasion and he or she's indian) and its worked out merely superb, 3 years later they're nevertheless relationship. it is merely how lots attempt you're keen to place into it in case you're no longer keen to put in lots of attempt do no longer difficulty. axé
2016-12-14 05:48:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you started being friends, you knew that he had a different culture then yours but you still stayed friends so remember why you became friends in the first place and don't be so uptight about his mistakes and talking to him might also help. so yes you can be friends with someone from a different nationality but do you want to?
2006-11-12 01:46:53 · answer #6 · answered by desperate girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont feel bad...if its about friendship..you have to trust him..different customs and traditions are way good..that means you can gain knowledge about people from his area...maybe you can tell him about how you feel..but dont start with a quarrel..k relax..friends are more than uncountable stars in the sky...
2006-11-12 01:40:24 · answer #7 · answered by azureen j 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is possible! you can both learn about each other customs and traditions... Talking about it helps, as in any relationship! that way you'll manage to make your own rules. If you're both open-minded, it can be done succesfuly!
2006-11-12 01:38:49 · answer #8 · answered by harieta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible, but only if you RESPECT that he is different and may not like or understand everything you say or do.
2006-11-12 01:35:24 · answer #9 · answered by Common Sense 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya i have a very good frnd in pakistan n' i am an indian
2006-11-12 02:04:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋