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

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Blue Samurai in the FIFA World Cup

Anyone, who has followed the World Cup knows surely how Japan surprised the football world by winning both giants Germany and Spain in...

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Kainuu Grey yarn goes to Japan

Have you heard of Kainuu Grey? It’s a Finnish sheep and an extremely rare race, as there were only 1148 purebred lambs in 2020.

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Are tattoos a taboo in Japan?

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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...