Bottom line: Burping a few times after eating or drinking is nothing to worry about. Frequent burping—say, more than the 3 to 6 times after a meal, or if it’s happening regularly when you’re not eating or drinking—can point to a more serious problem. When should I be worried aboutRead More →

Blowing your nose at the table, burping and audible munching are considered bad manners in Japan. On the other hand, it is considered good style to empty your dishes to the last grain of rice. … After finishing your meal, it is generally good manner to return all your dishesRead More →