Japanese Business Protocol

Authors

  • Motozo Yamamori

Keywords:

Japanese Culture, Japanese Traditions, Business Venture, International Business, Business Cards, Business Discussions

Abstract

With knowledge of the Japanese culture and business practices, Canadians can ensure they are equipped with the necessary information to make any business venture to Japan a successful one. This article analyzes the social, cultural and traditional differences of Japanese business encounters. The article reviews your initial arrival to Japan, where you will notice that public displays of affection are at a minimum, the value of your business card is your sole proof of status and the importance of written materials during business discussions. Conducting business in a different country can provide excellent opportunities, although they are costly, to gain the necessary knowledge on how to protect your investment and increase success rates.

Author Biography

Motozo Yamamori

Mr. Yamamori has a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Commerce and Economics from  Aoyamagakwin University, Tokyo, Japan. When Motozo immigrated to Canada in 1973 he established his own Trading Information and Planning Services company as a business consulting firm between Canada and Japan. In 1976 he was appointed as the Secretary-General with the Toronto Japanese Association of  Commerce and Industry. In 1982 he joined the City of Scarborough and in 1992 he joined The City of Vaughan as the Senior Business Development Consultantfor the Economic Development Department. Motozo has successfully completed two international planning projects between Halifax and Hokodate and Scarborough and Sagunihara. He is currently working on an international partnership between Saujo and Vaughan.

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Published

2021-01-22

How to Cite

Yamamori, M. (2021). Japanese Business Protocol. Economic Development Journal of Canada, 57–58. Retrieved from https://ecdev.journals.yorku.ca/index.php/default/article/view/158

Issue

Economic Development Journal (EDCO Journal), 1993

Section

Articles

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