Immediately Useful! Japanese Business Etiquette

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This course is a video course for learning Japanese business manners.

It is recommended to those who will work for or do business with a Japanese company or a Japanese-affiliated enterprise to watch this course. You will be able to learn how to bow, exchange your business card, communicate with your superiors, take a seat at a meeting room and how to receive a drink from another person.

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Learning objectives

You will be able to choose the right appearance and clothes
You will be able to give a good impression with your attitude and look
You will find out how to greet coworkers in an office and properly bow

You will find out the importance of reporting, contacting and consulting
You will understand what to pay attention to when calling and manners when visiting someone

You will be able to choose the right appearance and clothes
You will be able to give a good impression with your attitude and look
You will find out how to greet coworkers in an office and properly bow
You will find out the importance of reporting, contacting and consulting
You will understand what to pay attention to when calling and manners when visiting someone

Syllabus

In this episode, we will learn the personal appearances that are appropriate to workplaces.

What are “etiquettes”?

Clothes and Appearance

Posture.

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Immediately Useful! Japanese Business Etiquette with these activities:

Read 'The Etiquette Advantage in Business' by Peggy Post

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Gain a broader understanding of business etiquette principles to better contextualize Japanese business manners.

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Obtain a copy of 'The Etiquette Advantage in Business'.
Read the chapters relevant to workplace interactions.
Compare the advice with the course's teachings.

Review Basic Japanese Greetings

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Strengthen your understanding of basic Japanese greetings to enhance your ability to make a good first impression.

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Find online resources for Japanese greetings.
Practice saying common greetings aloud.
Research the appropriate context for each greeting.

Practice Bowing Techniques

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Refine your bowing technique to demonstrate respect and professionalism in Japanese business settings.

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Review the different types of bows.
Practice each bow in front of a mirror.
Record yourself bowing and analyze your form.

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Create a Cheat Sheet on Business Card Exchange

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Solidify your understanding of business card etiquette by creating a reference guide.

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Research the proper way to exchange business cards.
Design a visually appealing cheat sheet.
Include key points and illustrations.

Watch Japanese Business Etiquette Videos

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Reinforce your learning by watching videos that demonstrate proper Japanese business etiquette.

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Search for videos on Japanese business etiquette.
Take notes on key points and examples.
Reflect on how you can apply these lessons.

Read 'Japan Business: The Portable Encyclopedia for Doing Business with Japan'

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Deepen your understanding of Japanese business culture to improve your interactions with Japanese colleagues and clients.

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Obtain a copy of 'Japan Business'.
Focus on chapters related to communication and relationships.
Take notes on key cultural differences.

Role-Play Scenarios

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Practice applying Japanese business etiquette in realistic scenarios to build confidence and fluency.

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Develop several business scenarios.
Find a partner to role-play with.
Provide feedback to each other.

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Learners who complete Immediately Useful! Japanese Business Etiquette will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Immediately Useful! Japanese Business Etiquette.

Alter Ego

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Provides a comprehensive overview of Japanese business culture, covering topics such as communication styles, negotiation tactics, and relationship building. It offers practical advice on how to avoid common pitfalls and build successful partnerships with Japanese companies. This book is particularly useful for those who plan to engage in long-term business relationships with Japanese counterparts. It adds depth to the course by providing a broader cultural context for the specific etiquette practices covered.

Emily Post's The Etiquette Advantage in Business 2e

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Provides a comprehensive overview of business etiquette, covering a wide range of situations from meetings and presentations to dining and travel. It offers practical advice on how to navigate different cultural norms and build strong professional relationships. Reading this book will provide a solid foundation in general business etiquette, which complements the course's focus on Japanese-specific manners. It useful reference for understanding the underlying principles of etiquette and how they apply in various contexts.

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