Advertisement

Don't Use Oshibori To Clean Your Face

If you've ever traveled anywhere, then you probably received a wet towel while on a flight. "Oshibori" are like those, except they're used to clean the hands for praying before a meal. As such, it's considered rude to use these towels to clean your face. We're sure people wouldn't make a big deal out of a tourist doing so, especially if they didn't know any better, but it's still something to keep in mind.

Wikimedia Commons

This probably goes without saying, but it's also frowned upon to use these as napkins during a meal. Oshibori are usually kept on the corner of a table, so if you're unsure, just check the towel's location.