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They're from Ikea! They come in orange or black. I have them in orange, like the picture.


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7/15/09 7:42 PM

I believe 'shoes off' is pretty universal in most Asian cultures, not just Japanese. I am Korean and I was taught that it is disrespectful and just plain wrong to wear your shoes inside anyone's home. It's not a germaphobe thing, it's a cultural thing. Though the germaphobe thing makes sense too...

A handful of times when I've prepared to take my shoes off in others' homes I've been told not to. I've also noticed that a number of non-Asian households I've visited have a no-shoes policy also. When I enter someone else's home, I do whatever they do. If I'm not sure, I ask. It's their home, not yours! Remember that you are a guest!

It's not rude to ask someone to take off their shoes. It's rude to ignore the preference of your gracious host.


Apartment Therapy Los Angeles | What Are Your House Rules?
11/5/08 5:28 PM