When do you take your shoes off in Japan?
At any entrance where the floor steps up — homes, ryokan, many restaurants, temples and some clinics. The raised lip is the signal. Leave shoes pointing back towards the door and change into the slippers provided.
Where this answer comes from
- Remove shoes at the entrance Ryokan, traditional inns, and most homes have a clear line between outdoor and indoor…
- Different slippers for different rooms Ryokan often provide separate slippers for the bathroom. Switch into them when entering…
- Tatami rooms need bare feet or socks Tatami mats are delicate woven straw. Slippers, shoes, and luggage should not touch them.