Japan remains an intriguing enigma to many. It's an economic and industrial powerhouse. Yet just below the surface of the frenetic pace and western gloss, it's a unique Asian culture, one that is centuries old and has deeply engrained traditions.
Many of the values and basic assumptions the Japanese make about life have their origins in Buddhism and Shintoism. The primacy of the group or the collective good and the value placed on maintaining harmony are particularly strong and cherished. So pervasive are these values that they're expressed in practically every aspect of Japanese life, including a complex social hierarchy that often dictates social and business interactions.
There's no doubt that Japan is changing. It's evident in the evolving attitudes of today's salarymen, modern Japanese women, as well as in the younger generation, all questioning the society's traditionally values and beliefs, socially, politically and economically. CultureQuest is a fascinating exploration of this traditional and complex culture. Not sure how to best interpret the changes in modern Japan, CultureQuest can help.
Understanding Japanese business culture can be challenging, even for the Japanese. Traditionally, Japanese companies have tended to be very patriarchal. This was especially true of larger corporations. Understanding Japanese business culture can be challenging, even for the Japanese. Traditionally, Japanese companies have tended to be very patriarchal. This was especially true of larger corporations. Lifetime employment and loyalty were characteristic of the old Japan. This is gradually changing, and even in the age and protocol remain constant. Not sure of how to properly bow, host a dinner, or manage employees, CultureQuest can help.
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