In Japanese culture, the act of apology is a necessary and complex socio-cultural practice, encapsulated in the recent headline "謝らない・謝りすぎる 共通の心理" (Not Apologizing, Apologizing Too Much: A Common Psychology). The story delves into why and when individuals choose to apologize, or not to, and the psychological dynamics behind it. The discourse spanning across Japanese society - from everyday interactions to the corporate world, analyses the fine line between not apologizing and apologizing excessively.

Pertaining to Japan's communal society, apologies take on a larger role than just expressing regret. They are considered a social obligation and are used to maintain harmony and prevent conflict. Over or under-apologizing may be interpreted as a lack of respect or social awareness. Consequently, the topic touches upon deeply ingrained cultural values and social norms.

In the US or EU, apologies are more commonly used to express personal regret rather than to maintain harmony or social decorum. The discourse of over-apologizing or under-apologizing usually revolves more around personal boundaries and relationship dynamics.