In Japan, during election season, many candidates greet people in front of train stations. This has been a long-standing traditional activity as part of Japan's electoral culture. For those from abroad, it might be puzzling as to why candidates greet people at stations every day. This article briefly explains the background. 1. Direct Communication with Many People In urban areas of Japan, many people commute to work or school using trains or buses. Therefore, stations are places where many people gather daily. By greeting at the station, candidates can communicate directly with a large number of voters in a short ...