i need 4 cultural differences in business between japan and america?

Answer 1

Jpanese have very detailed business card etiquette,

Meishi: A ubiquitous tool and essential element for conducting business in Japan. For a Japanese business person, being caught without a supply of business cards is a breach of business etiquette and a social blunder

Never just shove a persons card in your wallet or pocket, read it. There are other things as well to pay proper respect.


Some do's for communicating in Japan
Incorporate Apologetic Language
Realize questions may have to be posed several times / several ways to elicit firm response
Address Seniors in group first
Be graceful in avoiding answers to personal questions


Gift giving
To the Japanese, gift giving is a way of communicating respect, friendship, and appreciation. When meeting with a Japanese colleague or visitor for the first time, always be prepared for the gift giving ritual that has been deeply rooted in the Japanese culture for centuries.

Appropriate Gifts
Products that are difficult to obtain in Japan. This could be something not sold in Japan, or something that is extremely expensive.
Gifts that reflect the recipient's interests and tastes.
Pens are highly appropriate gifts for Japanese colleagues. First, the pen is a symbol of knowledge in the Japanese culture. Second, a pen is a lightweight gift that is easy to pack and carry when traveling abroad.


dos
Avoid white and brightly colored wrapping paper.
Never surprise the Japanese recipient with your gift
When meeting with a group - either present a group gift or a gift to each individual within the organization
Avoid giving gifts in sets of four
Avoid giving monetary gifts or gifts displaying company logos


don'ts
Give higher quality gifts to those with more senior rank within the company
Always wrap
When presenting a group gift – wait for entire group
Downplay the importance of the gift
Always present the gift with two hands
Gifts are normally exchanged at the end of the visit
Business gifts should be given at midyear (July 15) and at year-end (January 1)

Answer 2

Well my dad told me that traditionally the Japanese are a lot more subtle.

The Americans are like "50k? Bullshit I'll give you 40!"

Whereas the Japanese are careful not to say no and they feel out the other guy's position and then work out that offer.

So a japanese guy says, "I'll give you this" The other guy says, "That sounds good. I'll give you this." "That sounds good." And then they make the final offer.

Answer 3

Pick up a movie called Gung Ho, with Michael Keaton. You will see a lot of them.