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Japanese business culture facts
Japan is a highly structured and traditional society. Great importance is placed on loyalty, politeness, personal responsibility and on everyone working together for the good of the larger group. Education, ambition, hard work, patience and determination are held in the highest regard. The crime rate is one of the lowest in the world. Meeting and Greeting A handshake…
Japanese New Year activities
Up through the 25th of December, Japan is all lit up with lights and other Christmas decorations. However, as soon as December 26th hits, the Christmas decorations are taken down and the New Year s decorations go up. Among the cultural ornaments you might notice are kagamimochi , two mochi rice cakes stacked on top of each other with a daidai orange on top…
Japanese culture activities
Traditional Japanese drums have, in most cases, origins from festivals. This music called the Taiko , switched with ease from battlefield to shrine worship. The drum music today, however, plays a new role. Its dynamic rhythm is used to celebrate openings and grand occasions. The instruments of drummers have also become more diversified, and other instruments…
Doing business in japan culture
Japanese business culture is wrongly perceived as the biggest obstacle to starting business in Japan for many foreign companies thinking of entering the Japanese market. I am not an academic and my interest in Japanese business culture is purely in terms of how it affects the actual mechanics (or tactics) of successfully doing business in Japan. Based on 13 years…
What is the culture of japan?
Characteristic United States Japan Speed vs. Consistency Generally U.S. company’s decision making is quick. Superiors give some great leeway to subordinates so that they can decide and make decisions quickly. Unfortunately there are some errors that can come because of that. Japanese company’s decision making is in stages along their corporate hierarchy. Their…
Visiting japan without knowing Japanese
Tips to communicate Japanese people without knowing Japanese However, most of Japanese English education put huge emphasis on reading and writing, therefore listening and speaking English-language fluency is not widespread. Most people you meet probably won’t be fluent in speaking English. Try to speak slowly and clearly. Most of Japanese do understand basic…
What are some holidays in japan?
By Jessica. Since the day I left my home and landed into Japan nothing has ever been the same. I never really had any goals before I went to Japan – the idea of actually just visiting the Land of the Rising Sun had been a dream. Yet somehow I ended up living, working and becoming a part of the Japanese community when I applied through boobooSKI and found myself…
traditional villages in japan
Many interesting Japanese villages are on the chain of the Japanese Alps, isolated in forgotten valleys of urbanization. These villages have been abandoned by most of their inhabitants but have become tourist attractions, monuments to the memory of rural Japan. The complete list would count nearly 50 villages, listed on this website. Shirakawa-go (Gifu Prefecture)…
Japanese values and attitudes
By Steven Schlotein. 537 pp. New York: Congdon & Weed. $22.95. Does America have to be No. 1? This is a question frequently asked in the current debate on the economic decline of the United States. InThe End of the American Century,Steven Schlotein minces no words in answering. The United States must reinvigorate the Pax Americana, he emphasizes, because…
Tokyo culture and lifestyles
The indigenous people of Tokyo have accustomed to foreigners long ago. They are very polite and courteous. Only older people and children can be ashamed of tourists, but this is only the first reaction to the unusual companions. The locals are very hospitable. It doesn’t matter who and for what reason will come with a visit, this person will be certainly greeted…
Examples of Japanese culture
For the most part, Japanese society is more formal and conservative than American society. The Japanese are more likely to accept you if you show respect and humility. Remember that your behavior reflects not only on yourself but also on the people of your country. Expressing Appreciation Remembering to thank people, even for small favors, is one of the most…
Japanese celebrations and holidays
If a national holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is also turned into a holiday. Likewise, a day sandwiched between two national holidays is turned into a holiday. Shops, restaurants and tourist attractions in Japan are generally open on national holidays, except on New Year. January 1 (national holiday) New Year (shogatsu): This is the most important…
Traditional dresses of Japanese
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Japanese culture in business
Anyone who has spent time working with the Japanese knows that their thoughts, motivations, and priorities are often hidden from view. The Japanese are more likely to rely on non-verbal cues, and the context of what they say, than the literal meaning of the words they use to say it. This is so orthogonal to the American style that given enough time or interaction…
Japanese New Year traditions
By Haruka Masumizu TOKYO The New Year is just around the corner. For many non-Japanese, especially newcomers to Japan, many of the customs and traditions of New Year may seem hard to understand. New Year or Oshogatsu is the most important holiday period in Japan for families and it is rich in tradition. If you re lucky enough to be invited by your Japanese…