Japanese phrase
現地では___がマナーです。 gen chi de wa ___ ga ma nā de su
Meaning
In that area ___ is seen as good manners.
When to use it
Says that a behavior is proper etiquette there. It is useful for explaining local customs to visitors and has a neutral, informative tone.
Example dialogue
靴を脱いだほうがいいですか？ kutsu o nu i da hō ga i i de su ka
Should I take off my shoes?
現地では靴を脱ぐのがマナーです。 gen chi de wa kutsu o nu gu no ga ma nā de su
In that area, taking off one's shoes is considered good manners.