Overview: ‘Doing Business in Japan: Understanding Japanese Business Culture’ is a one-day, interactive training workshop that develops understanding of Japanese culture and business culture, and builds practical skills for communicating, working and doing business with Japanese colleagues and business contacts.

Who should attend: Anyone with face-to-face or virtual contact with Japan including expatriate assignees; international executives; global managers; virtual team leaders; negotiators; and global HR and training professionals.

Objectives - The workshop will help you to:

• Recognise some of the key cultural challenges associated with working and doing business in Japan.
• Understand Japanese business culture, business-etiquette, business practices and business structures.
• Put in place practical communication, management and work skills to help you get things done with Japanese colleagues, customers, clients, partners, and other business contacts.
• Improve your confidence on business trips or expatriate assignments to Japan.

Content -  The workshop covers:

• Japanese society. The impact of geography, history, language and religion.
• Japanese cultural values and their influence on business and commerce.
• What the Japanese think about Western work and communication styles.
• The Japanese group orientation. Effective ways to give and get feedback, manage conflict, deliver bad news and build trust.
• Understanding Honne and Tatemae. Hints, tips and strategies for improving face-to-face, non-verbal and remote communication.
• Nemawashi and the Japanese approach to decision-making.
• Techniques and strategies for socialising and building sustainable business relationships. 
•  The Japanese view of management. Best practices for leading and managing Japanese colleagues and teams. 
• Taboos, pitfalls and avoiding ‘faux pas’ when doing business in Japan.
• Dealing with the Japanese government. What works and what doesn’t.
• Advice, information and suggestions for your next negotiation or business trip to Japan region.

Cost - The workshop costs just GBP395 + VAT per delegate. To book click on 'Add to Basket' below or call +44 (0) 20 7403 9525.

Terms and Conditions: ‘Doing Business in Japan: Understanding Japanese Business Culture’ open workshops are scheduled at our London training centre on the dates shown below. Spaces cost just GBP395 + VAT per delegate. This price includes materials, handouts, lunch and refreshments. Open workshops are limited to just 10 delegates ensuring maximum personal attention and interactivity. ‘Doing Business in Japan: Understanding Japanese Business Culture’ workshops are also available for tailored in-house delivery to your company. In-house workshops can be supported by bespoke training and consulting on specific projects, negotiations or conflict situations. Cross-cultural executive coaching is also available. Prices may change at any time without notice. A guaranteed quote will be provided on workshop confirmation. Additional terms and conditions, including charges for late cancellations or late payments, apply to all open and in-house training workshops and will be provided in writing on booking.