I know. But given that German long distance trains were on time only slightly above 50% of the time 1, which even gives up to 6 minutes leeway, I think we can agree that those stereotypes are not necessarily rooted in reality. If we were to hold German trains to Japanese standards the rating would likely be quite abysmal.
You’re thinking of Japan.
More likely thinking of Switzerland, since we’re neighbors and speak the same language (kind of). So it’s easier to conflate us.
There are also stereotypes of Germans being really punctual and law-abiding.
I know. But given that German long distance trains were on time only slightly above 50% of the time 1, which even gives up to 6 minutes leeway, I think we can agree that those stereotypes are not necessarily rooted in reality. If we were to hold German trains to Japanese standards the rating would likely be quite abysmal.
Trains are not the only thing that can be on time