A Singaporean woman's solo trip in Japan turned sour when a local man started heckling her and behaved aggressively. Stomp contributor Jann said the incident took place at Hakone Shrine on the morning of Nov 19, when she was posing for photos at the iconic spot, being 'very mindful of the three-minute rule'. She was referring to a rule about...
PHOTO: StompA Singaporean woman's solo trip in Japan turned sour when a local man started heckling her and behaved aggressively.
She was referring to a rule about how visitors are allowed up to three minutes to take pictures at the shrine. Jann, who is currently still in Hakone, shared her background: "I studied Japanese for awhile and have a sense of affinity with Japanese culture. I am very mindful of Japanese customs e.g. keep your volume low, don't eat while walking, etc.
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