Japanese Culture: Overview

Japanese employees are taught to work in groups and to think of themselves as part of a family. They feel a great deal of responsibility toward their co-workers and their company. Knowing that failure or error might affect others leads the white-collar executive to be extremely diligent. Rewards are group oriented which places further responsibility on individual performance.

Peer group bonding, a commitment to quality, and company loyalty are three important components of the white-collar employee's work ethic. Developing and maintaining long-term relationships with one's peer group creates the kinds of social and professional networks that represent the very foundation of business relationships in Japan. A commitment to quality has rightfully earned Japanese products a high reputation. Employees give a wholehearted allegiance to their employer and put their best efforts into the success of the company.