EPISODE · Feb 7, 2026 · 35 MIN
The Unspoken Rules of PDA in Japan
from Spill The Matcha · host GAL Podcasts
How close is too close? This week on Spill the Matcha, Misato and Cherine are getting into the awkward, sweet, and sometimes confusing world of Public Displays of Affection (PDA) in Japan. In a country where "reading the air" (Kuuki wo yomu) is a national pastime, showing affection in public can be a major taboo. The girls break down why you rarely see couples kissing on the street in Tokyo and how even holding hands can feel like a "big statement" to some locals. Sponsors: Ninja Wifi (use Code MATCHA10 for 10% OFF)
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How close is too close? This week on Spill the Matcha, Misato and Cherine are getting into the awkward, sweet, and sometimes confusing world of Public Displays of Affection (PDA) in Japan. In a country where "reading the air" (Kuuki wo yomu) is a national pastime, showing affection in public can be a major taboo. The girls break down why you rarely see couples kissing on the street in Tokyo and how even holding hands can feel like a "big statement" to some locals. Sponsors: Ninja Wifi (use Code MATCHA10 for 10% OFF)
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