When I first lived in Japan I was having a conversation with an older Japanese guy who had lived and worked in Sydney, Australia. He told me that Japanese people will always tell you how hard their working life is, and how hard they work etc etc. But he said this was BS.
What is it like to work in a Japanese office?
It shouldn’t come as a surprise that working in a Japanese office environment is full of unique customs and challenges for non-native Japanese employees. However, there are industries in Japan that have their own culture.
How is Japanese work culture different from American work culture?
Japanese work culture is very different from an American office environment, from the etiquette of after-work drinks to employee-employer relations. Japanese work culture is very different from an American office environment, from the etiquette of after-work drinks to employee-employer relations. Menu icon
Why are Japanese people so tied to their companies?
(Kakukakushikajika) For foreigners who see nothing wrong with transferring companies in order to advance their own career, it’s hard to understand why Japanese people feel so tied to their company, especially when their working conditions may be less than ideal.
Why are there so many older companies in Japan?
Japan’s towns and cities have existed for centuries (compared to the US, for example), so perhaps it shouldn’t be shocking that it has many older companies. But Innan Sasaki, an assistant professor at the University of Warwick’s business school who’s written about Japanese company longevity, says there are other reasons more specific to Japan.
Can a foreigner work in an English company in Japan?
However, there are industries in Japan that have their own culture. Many foreigners in Japan work in English schools, which often use Western-based rules, organization, and management for their foreign staff. If you’re not interested in teaching English or are thinking of working for a Japanese company, this article is for you.
