Japan: Not Done — Fixed Prices Are the Norm.
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Not Done — Fixed Prices Are the Norm. Fixed prices are a strong cultural norm — attempting to haggle, even at flea markets, is generally seen as inappropriate and can cause real discomfort for the seller.
Japan: Not Done — Fixed Prices Are the Norm. Fixed prices are a strong cultural norm — attempting to haggle, even at flea markets, is generally seen as inappropriate and can cause real discomfort for the seller.
Fixed prices are the strong norm in Japan — attempting to negotiate in a regular shop would be unusual.
Flea markets or informal craft stalls, if you find any — regular retail is fixed-price and negotiating there would be unusual.
This reflects general local norms, not a rule for every seller or situation — always haggle with a smile, know when a price genuinely is fixed (posted price tags, receipts, government shops), and never negotiate over small amounts that matter far more to the seller than to you.
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