Smell Harassment: Cultural Differences in Perfume Usage

Have you ever thought about how people feel when they smell your perfume?

In Japan, strong smells can be a problem!

They have a word called "sumehara," which means smell harassment.

It's like being bothered by someone's strong perfume.

People in Japan often prefer light or no scents, because it's polite.

But in India, it's common to use perfumes that have a strong scent.

This is because people in India often express themselves with fragrance.

So, it's important to remember that what's okay in one place might not be okay in another, especially when it comes to smell!