Several Good Tips for you to visit Japan

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[*]It is customary to bring chocolate, cookies or cakes when invited to a Japanese home. Purchasing them in a department store where they will be wrapped is recommended
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[b]Business Cultural Tips[/b]
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u(bZb!o5n [*]The Japanese are accustomed to shaking hands upon greeting, though bowing is traditional and sometimes used as well. If your are bowed to, return the gesture by bowing either to the same depth or lower - the depth of your bow is indicative of the status relationship between you and your counterpart
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z_GYBU [*]Business gifts are very important in Japan. The gifts should always be wrapped and are often presented at first business meetings
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[*]Be aware that the Japanese try not to disagree openly. They may avoid saying "no" by giving an unenthusiastic "yes
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Many thanks

Thanks.. They are much helpful tips....I read it carefully and even hope it is longer......I will go Japan one day and follow them....
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very helpful and comply with japanese personality.

very helpful and comply with japanese personality.

Reply #1 mazy's post

:@ THX for sharing, but I look down to Japanese , as they always trouble chinese