Sunday, July 12, 2009

Meeting and Greeting in Sekiya, Day 4

When meeting someone for the first time, how are they greeted--wave, handshake, bow, some other gesture? Does this differ if one already knows the person? If you see someone you like on the far side of the street, how do you acknowledge them?

When two Sekiyans meet for the first time, they will first state their name and offer a handshake to prove they come in peace. If they have a companion, the companion will introduce the person (eg. "This is X")

If two Sekiyans know each other, they will greet each other by name and embrace

If you see someone you know on the opposite side of the street, you call their name to get their attention, then flash a V sign (the peace sign) The V sign is said to symbolize a growing tree, and that the giver of the gesture hopes his/her relationship with the one that sees it grows strong

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