Indian tourist’s bowing encounter with Japan’s polite Nara deer delights the internet

As the video garnered over 12.5 million views, it not only showcased Japan’s respectful culture but also inspired travel enthusiasts to add Nara Park to their must-visit list

A heartwarming interaction between an Indian tourist and Japan’s famous Nara deer has taken the internet by storm. The viral video, shared by digital content creator Divya, captures the unique and culturally respectful nature of Japan’s iconic Nara deer, known for their interactions with visitors at Nara Park.

In the clip, Divya approaches one of the deer and greets it with a traditional Japanese bow. Much to her delight, the deer responds by mimicking the gesture, bowing in return. The scene highlights a behavior common among the Nara deer, which are known for their polite “bow” – a gesture many tourists find charming and culturally enriching. Divya is also seen gently petting and feeding the animals, reinforcing the friendly interaction between humans and these remarkable creatures.

Divya captioned her post: “Japan’s Nara deer are the coolest! While people say it’s in their DNA to bow, I believe they’ve learned this simple trick because they know it means they’ll be fed, similar to how dogs learn commands.” She noted that she hadn’t seen this behavior with deer elsewhere, such as in Miyajima, underscoring how unique it is to Nara.

This charming interaction between human and animal offers a heartwarming glimpse into the gentler side of Japan’s unique wildlife

Social media users couldn’t get enough of the deer’s courteous gestures. Comments poured in, with one user exclaiming, “Even animals in Japan know how to be polite!” Another pointed out Japan’s remarkable cultural influence, saying, “Even the deer can show respect, but kids nowadays are just like, ‘What you looking attt!’”

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