What does holding hands mean in Japan?
Holding hands has a generally romantic meaning in Japan, as in other countries. Holding hands in public used to be taboo in Japan, as the culture is fairly conservative about public displays of affection (PDA). But in recent decades, hand-holding has become common in bigger Japanese cities. Is it OK to hold hands in Japan? Holding hands is okay. In smaller towns, you might get a dirty look if you're walking with an arm around your partner.