Okay, so I know hugging isn't really a thing in Japan-- but has that changed in recent years?
When I left my host family (extremely emotional) I hugged my whole family... Probably because they knew it was the American thing to do-- but I swear to God they enjoyed it and wish they could hug all the time.
The hugging was then followed by tears and endless waves/bowing.
Anyone have any experience hugging the Japanese?
