Japan

Japan’s traditions are opposite America’s because women are the ones to buy the men gifts; the main focus is placed on the men on February 14th. Though, a month later on March 14th, the men are expected to get women gifts of chocolate and such. But in Japan, chocolate has more of a meaning than just being a nice, sweet treat to gift someone. “Giri Choco,” (chocolates with no romantic association) are only given to male friends, colleagues, or even bosses. If women want to show another kind of “affection,” they will include a handmade gift plus the “Honmei Choco” (a chocolate that signifies romance).