How to do business with Japan? Answers from A.Y. Mirai blog

Are tattoos a tabu in Japan?

Yes, tattoos are still a tabu and have a negative impression in Japan. Although most people are not “tattoo = belong to antisocial...

How A.Y.Mirai works for you

We can introduce your innovative technologies and services to global partners by opening up the world. 1. TELL US HOW YOUR BUSINESS...

Do I really need a suit for a meeting?

What do you wear for your meetings? Most Finnish people prefer comfortable t-shirts, pullovers, and jeans. It may give a wrong impression...

Don’t let them lose their faces by speaking English

Using English, especially speaking English is extremely stressful for many Japanese. In business scenes, the situation is even worse...

You don’t understand what Japanese are saying in English?

Have you found difficulties with communication in English when you have a meeting with Japanese clients? English is still a big barrier...