Money:

The symbol for money in Japan is an 'ok' sign, but with the thumb and index finger and palm up. Although the video shows the hand twisting, you will normally view this hand gesture as stationary. Their are different versions of this gesture as well. One denotes paper money, while another for coin.

Promise:

The pinky finger held up in the air and stationary is a request for another person to make a promise by grasping your pinky finger with theirs. Although the video shows the hand shaking, the hand is normally always held stationary.

Come here:

The Japanese do not use their index finger when calling for someone to come as that is seen as being used for animals only. Instead, they hold the palm down and open and close the fingers as if appearing to signal a good-bye.

Excuse me:

When making one's way out of a crowd, your hand is used to motion your intent and direction. Possibly confusing for some Westerners, this is not a handshake, but may somewhat resemble one. However, the situation is what distinguishes this motion.

Don't touch!:

Japanese children use this expression to symbol back off! It is done by crossing the index and middle fingers of both hands. Then hold your arms in a near 90 degree angle and flick out your hands as if you are "shooting" someone with a pretend gun.

No way!:

Although rude, a pat on your butt with your back facing someone denotes your disagreement or unwillingness towards something or someone. This gesture may also be seen being used among people who are close to one another (ie. friends, some family members, etc.).

More non-verbal communcation: Japanese U.S.
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