Variety of Bows In Sitting Posture
Shiken-rei

It is appropriate when listening carefully to one's interlocutor.
Sesshu-rei

It is appropriate when one wishes to make an address at a joyful occasion or when one visits an another home.
Takushu-rei

It is the general bow in a standing position.
Soushu-rei

It is the basic bow in everyday life.
Gasshu-rei

It is appropriate at religious ceremonies of Japan but it is not necessary in our everyday life.


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