Culture shock is a condition of disorientation that affects someone who is suddenly exposed to an unfamiliar environment or way of life. Feelings of anxiety, confusion and surprise are common to anyone who is supposed to operate within an entirely different culture since you are required to adapt to a new way of life and adopt a new set of 8. People in China, with its population of over 1 billion, have a different understanding of personal space than Americans do. Chinese national flags are seen as tourists crowd along the Nanjing The culture shock she faced after moving to Asia included adjusting to the locals' bluntness. One example was the bluntness often used by locals. it was only upon returning to my American Beijing is a huge city with many beautiful parks, buildings, markets, supermarkets, and events: be prepared to miss it once you return home. 6. The Great Firewall. This China culture shock is one of the things that most affects foreigners in China, as most of the websites we use daily are banned in China. Sometimes the differences in culture can be downright shocking in ways that are both wonderful and, well…annoying. We held an online conversation with a few of our Voyapon staff and contributors to hear about how they experienced culture shock in Japan, both in negative and positive ways. Omotenashi – The Unique Japanese Hospitality In stage two, reality sets in. In the negotiation (or “slump”) stage, the cultural newcomer starts to experience difficulties in the host culture. They may compare the host culture with their home culture and may judge the new culture harshly. This is the stage we most commonly associate with the term “culture shock”. The best advice I could give for this culture shock, as I would for many, is to do some research. English in the UK and American English, although the same language on paper, are not the same and approaching the experience with that in mind would be extremely beneficial when first arriving. The Barge Walk leading to Hampton Court Palace Here are six things I wish I knew before moving to Australia, and some tips to help overcome culture shock if you experience it too. 1. An informal way of addressing people. One of the biggest and earliest culture shock moments that I experienced was not having to address my seniors with titles. In my home country, we are expected to call our GcAO522.