Doing Business in Japan

With major corporations, such as Toyota, Nissan, Panasonic etc, Japan is an important destination for international business. Listen to the conversation with Cate, who has over a decade of experience working with Japanese companies.

Did you catch Cate’s advice? Try out the quiz below to test yourself!

1. All Japanese companies and people are exactly the same.

 
 

2. You should arrive a little early for meetings and appointments.

 
 

3. When you receive a business card, you should immediately put it in your pocket.

 
 

4. You should receive a business card with two hands.

 
 

5. Seniority is only based on knowledge and competence.

 
 

6. Nemawashi is a way to build consensus after a major meeting.

 
 

7. Nemawashi involves talking to stakeholders individually and in small groups to get their input and feedback.

 
 

8. It is important to maintain harmony and avoid disagreement and conflict.

 
 

9. Socializing with business contacts to build relationships outside of work time is not common in Japan.

 
 

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