What do you think about an African American person visiting Japan? -

I love travelling, and my family has decided on Japan as our next trip, but what should I expect. America and other places I have visited are so diverse, while Japan definitely isn t. Are they racist; will I be a total outcast and not welcomed anywhere? Please I need answers?!

Most Japanese are educated not to be racist against people of different nationalities, religions, and colors. You may get a lot of stares, but that doesn t mean they don t like you. Take pride in your appearance and enjoy your trip.

The Japanese are not racist. They will be very kind to you. They will be very interested in you and will be interested in talking to you about America. They might come across as shy but don t take that the wrong way.

Japanese people are mostly respectful and welcoming.

Japanese love all Americans.They would love any American, even if this person had horns. If you were form another nation, however, you probably will find yourself behind a glass wall (from very thick glass), no matter how you look like. Japan is heaven...for native English speakers, so people will be eager to practice their English on you. But you can only benefit from this- you ll find friends much easier, and you ll get help any time you need!

No you won t be an outcast. There is a expat community , and black people from America and abroad are apart of that community.Visit BlackTokyo.com to read info on the black experience in Japan, you can also join the forum and ask any questions you want from moderators with years of experience throughout Asia. with that said there is one thing to keep in mind, although the Japanese are warm and welcoming you will experience *some* negetive behavior towards you(usually when you live there, not while you are a tourist), this happens no matter where in the world you are, so there is no use for the sugar coating people will try to sell you. Just have a nice vacation.