People think Japanese are bowing often, right?
Actually, there are right way to bow to someone. It should be within manner.This bowing can be separated into three types “Shin”, “Gyo”, “So”.For example Dogeza, is one of “Shin” with full of respect. But this will talk in other time.
“Gyo” has a respectful bow in which one touches the floor with the thumbs, index fingers, and middle fingers of each hand. And this is women’s style. A woman who is able to do this, will get educated smart lady in Japan.