Do You Know What Paris Syndrome Is?

  Paris syndrome was first identified by a psychiatrist named Hiroaki Ota. Although it’s mostly suffered by people of Japanese or Asian origin, it can also occur in travelers from other parts of the world. It’s especially prevalent in those whose culture is rather different from that of Paris. In the case of Asian people, they experience a profound shock. This can even cause trauma or physical symptoms, as well as nervous breakdowns. Why does this happen? Basically, because of the ‘clash’ of customs and the expectations they have about their trip. Help for tourists The Embassy of Japan in…