what is it like working for a Japanese company in the US?

Answer 1

My husband works for Bridgstone. He says that when they first opened the plant, they wanted everyone to exercise. They've kind of relaxed on that a bit. They also had alot of advisors that couldn't speak very good english, but most of them have gone home. All in all, he says that they are very good to work for, everyone is considered equal (to some extent), and they do value your opinion. They like to see you put your job first, but know that Americans are different that Japanese people. He likes it and doesn't have any plans to go anywhere, anytime soon.

Answer 2

Like working in Japan only for fewer hours each week.

Most Japanese-owned US companies are centralized in Japan - strategies, decisions, financing, etc., all come from Japan. The function of the US team is to carry out orders. Open conflict is not valued in many Asian countries, including Japan, so dissent and speaking one's mind give way to tact, diplomacy, and so on.

If you don't mind living below the "glass ceiling" and not having a lot of authority to make changes, decisions, etc., it can be a fine place to work. They do tend to be employee-friendly companies and many are cash-rich. There is an expectation that employees will work long hours but there are often generous rewards for good performance.

You understand that these are all generalizations. There are good and bad companies in Japan just as there are anywhere else.

Answer 3

You work hard, but they are wonderful people and can be quite generous. The Japanese themselves put in long hours and expect you to do the same.

Answer 4

everything in order
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