Reported about 1 year ago
A Chinese tourist visiting Japan was allegedly discriminated against when he was denied a bar seat at a restaurant, despite the bar being empty and no reservations being made. This incident has sparked complaints from Chinese tourists online, with some feeling discriminated against by the Japanese. An explanation provided by a Facebook page suggests that Japanese chefs at restaurants may feel nervous or distracted if foreigners sit at the bar and directly order from them, potentially leading to errors in the dishes. However, fluency in Japanese language might help in avoiding misunderstandings and successfully securing a bar seat.
Source: YAHOO