Not seen them in person Didn't wanna ask my hosts to show me
The Japanese just think it normal it seems to be told what to do. A big issue when dealing with non japanese who dont get it. Many Japanese devices have no problems when used in Japan as everyone does as they are told.
Of course in the UK who reads the manuals or follows instructions
Many of the designers have to travel to various countries to experince this for themsleves. They cant belive people would not want there hand held 24/7 and follow instructions.
Japanese Bosses from what I hear have to be warned that Brits might answer back or question directives which is unheard of.