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Why is Japan the most unique country?
You might have heard this many times before, but one of the amazing things that makes Japan such a unique country is how it can mix its ancient history and traditions, with its incredible modernization. Japan’s architecture, art, traditions, crafts.
Why is hugging a big deal in Japan?
Hugging means roughly the same thing in Japan as it means in Western countries—it is a way to show affection. Younger people in Japan seem to be more relaxed about displays of affection like hugging. Older people tend to view it more seriously. Japanese who have lived in the West may also be more accustomed to hugging.
What is society like in Japan?
Japanese often think of themselves as a homogeneous society, with a strong sense of group and national identity and little or no ethnic or racial diversity.
Why Is Japan a beautiful country?
Ask anyone who has visited, and they’ll tell you: Japan is easily one of the most stunning places in the world. The country offers a full range of nature and culture, from subtropical beaches to snowy mountains, futuristic skylines to ancient temples.
Does everything in Japan come individually wrapped?
Further reading on Japan’s garbage situation: Garbage In Japan: The Country’s Greatest Mystery. Yes, even the corn is individually wrapped. Whether you invest in a bag of candy, a box of pocky, or even an ear of corn, practically everything in Japan is individually wrapped.
Do the Japanese make decisions by ‘consensus?
Decisions by ‘Consensus’ If there is one point on which all authorities on Japan are in agreement, it is that Japanese institutions, whether businesses or government agencies, make decisions by “consensus.” The Japanese, we are told, debate a proposed decision throughout the organization until there is agreement on it.
What do you say when you enter a store in Japan?
When you enter a store in Japan, you will usually be greeted by someone shouting: irashaimase (いらっしゃいませ)! Nothing wrong with that, I suppose I would prefer to be acknowledged instead of ignored.
Is this the key to the Japanese “economic miracle”?
These policies, while not the key to the Japanese “economic miracle,” are certainly major factors in the astonishing rise of Japan in the last 100 years, and especially in Japan’s economic growth and performance in the last 20 years. It would be folly for managers in the West to imitate these policies. In fact, it would be impossible.