Why Do Strangers Hand You Free Tissues on the Street?

While walking near a train station, a stranger might approach you and try to hand you a small plastic packet. You might think, “Is there a catch? Do I have to pay?” Don’t worry! It is completely free. In Japan, handing out tissues is a popular form of advertising called “Tissue-kubari.” It is a friendly gesture, not a trap, so feel free to take one.