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INT 113 Module Two Discussion: Cultural Analysis The following is a synopsis of the cultural dimensions and additional information about doing business and regarding relationships in Japan.

Hofstede’s Dimensions of Culture: Japan (Hofstede, 2019) Power Distance: Score of 54

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No one to person Borderline-Hierarchical Slow decision making Meritocratic Aware of the hierarchical position

Individualism: Score of 46

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Many characteristics of collectivist society Harmony of group concept Primacy of group above individual Strong sense of shame or "saving face" Strong influence of paternalism

Masculinity: Score of 95

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One of the most masculine in the world Mild collectivism Severe competition between groups Drive for excellence and perfection Long, hard working hours

Uncertainty Avoidance: Score of 92

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Extreme uncertainty avoiding Natural disasters cause preparation culture Highly ritualized life Life is short, mankind is long High rate of investment in R & D

Long-Term Orientation: Score of 88

Communication (Japan - "Japanese Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette", 2019 Language: Japanese (99%), All others (1%) (Filipino, Vietnamese, Brazilian, Korean) Nonverbal: Meeting and greeting requires ritual, may not speak or may look away in a conversation to preserve harmony, great value is placed on forming personal relationships. Business Etiquette (Japan - "Commisceo Global", 2019)       

Bowing is necessary, deeper bows for higher status Deference based on status Wait to be introduced Personal space is important, arm’s length Punctuality is expected Dress for gatherings in office attire For dining, wait to be told where to sit, hierarchal

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Communication risks are very likely in Japan due to the highly ritualized way that meeting, relationships, hierarchy and dining is handled. Japan has hierarchical structure in business and the proper deference should be shown to different levels of the hierarchy. Foreigners are expected to do a small bow and are ot expected to know the subtle nuances of the bow. Communication is very formal so the ritual shown will be key. Punctuality, dress, meeting commitments on time and with excellence are observed. Appointments are necessary. The business card is treated like another person. Examine it carefully.

Bibliography Hofstede, G. (2019). Japan - Geert Hofstede. Geert-hofstede.com. Retrieved from http://www.hofstedeinsights.com/country-comparison/japan/ Japan - Japanese language, culture, customs and etiquette. (2019). Commisceo-Global. Retrieved from http://www.commisceo-global.com/resource guides/country-guides/japan-guide...