Did you know that in China although most of the population doesn't follow any religion about one in every three Chinese people believe in one or more forms of fortune telling?Living and working in Japan is rather difficult if you are not familiar with the traditional customs. When it comes to your job you can take a nap in the middle of the day, and not only it is not forbidden, but it is regarded as a sign of devotion to your employer. You fell asleep because you gave it your very best, beyond your human boundaries. But don't you ever come to work on time, it is considered to be a sign that you are simply not interested in your job and the company's values. Come to the office at least half an hour before the starting time, and you will be all right.
Selling a haunted house in New York is possible, especially if the price is low and the place is in good condition. But you are required to inform the potential buyer of the fact that the house might have one or more supernatural "guests". Even if you do not believe in life after death you can ask the seller if his property is... haunted. By ghosts. Actual ghosts.
A beautiful and old Spanish tradition is the Quinceanera, a celebration for every girl who has turned 15. On that particular birthday the main thing is that it is a celebration of the coming of age, so the girl will not only be the focus of attention, but also will receive gifts from friends and family, mainly earrings, tiaras and bracelets, as well as at least one elegant dress.
You might have seen the famous movie, but it isn't just an imaginary idea. In the USA every single year cute groundhogs from every state are chosen and paraded to predict to the crowd how much more of winter time is left. And those who really believe in the predictions of the groundhogs say that the animal is never, ever wrong.
There are 22 regions in France, and each and every one has it's own traditional dress, which makes it a fascinating collection of colours, styles and materials.
Another bizarre Italian tradition - although it is less and less popular - calls to throw everything you do not need out of the window for the New Year. And it doesn't mean just small objects, it could also be pieces of furniture or decorations, such as a painting. The idea is getting rid of the old and welcoming the new, but it might take things to the extreme.
