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Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan: Why it’s Vital for Foreign Expats and Their Families

Cross-Cultural Communication in Japan: Why it’s Vital for Foreign Expats and Their Families

Cross-cultural training is an essential element in ensuring the success of foreign expats in Japan, and it’s important to remember that this training should also extend to the expat’s family members. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of cross-cultural communication for expats in Japan and why their family members should also receive training. The Expat Situation The expat, the “main person” who is moving to Japan with their company, may be excited about the new challenge and surrounded by…

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4 Tips to Bridge The Communication Gap

4 Tips to Bridge The Communication Gap

In late February 2022 Japan finally announced that they will open the borders again for new arrivals and for short term business travelers. That means, many students, researchers and of course business travelers are expected to enter the country in the coming months. It also means that a lot of foreign executives and other professionals can finally start their assignment in Japan. With so many people starting new chapters here in Japan, it’s a great opportunity to look at differences…

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Freshwater vs. Salt Water – And It’s Not About Fish

Freshwater vs. Salt Water – And It’s Not About Fish

Do you remember the little clown fish Nemo from Disney’s “Finding Nemo”? The movie is from 2003 and therefore almost 20 years old. Yes, time flies! If we were to go back to Nemo and his friends and we asked them to explain to us what saltwater is like, they would not have a clue what we are talking about. Or they might and start giving us some pretty arbitrary explanations. But how can that be? They are in it…

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