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    This book is a wonderful overview of aJapanese business & working culture. Itillustrate the psychological, cultural oremotional underpinning that influencesthe behavior and thinking of the

    Japanese businessperson. This book

    introduces us to 8 principles values ofJapanese, which makes them to be theleading businessmen in the world.

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    Cultivating employees sense of

    self-worth Many companies in Japan emphasize

    people over quick profits. They believethat the company must provide aworking environment in whichemployees can feel a sense of self- worthand appreciate having an opportunity

    to work there.

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    What I like the most

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    Gambaru!!

    Frequently used verb which translatesas, Hang in there or Keep trying.Gambarism implies in most of thecorporate setting where manager wouldurge to the workers: if money is notavailable use your head. If your head is

    not available , work by the sweat ofyour brow

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    It must be perfect!Japanese affinity for perfectionism can

    be seen not only in individual activitiesbut also in organizational and socialactivities.

    Attention to details and Zero defect!

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    HR PRACTICES THAT

    IMPRESSED ME :- Group oriented evaluation and

    compensation.

    Employee evaluation. Diligence.

    Learning from foreign countries.

    Intra-company movements.

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    Small group activity.

    Employment conventions.

    Contracts. Respect for form.

    Kaizen

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    Quotesthat inspiredmethe

    most:- If money is not available use your

    head. If your head is not available workby the sweat of your brow.

    Though he may have no food to eat the

    samurai picks his teeth clean.

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    FEW HR PRACTICES AS

    FOLLOWED BY THE JAPANESE:-

    Group identity

    Emphasis on bottom-upcommunication.

    Hana yori dango.

    Aversion to mergers and acquisitions.

    On -schedule appointments and on-time delivery.

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    What I likedthemost

    Westners say- I do not care how you doit. Just get it done.

    But..

    Japanese say- Dont do it unless you doit the right way.

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    Interesting excerpt

    Wa:

    It means harmony. In business terms wais reflected in the avoidance of self assertion and individualism andpreservation of good relationships despitedifferences in opinion.

    Omoiyari:

    it means to imagine anothers feeling. It

    relates to the empathy and loyaltyencouraged in japanese society andpracticed in japanese business culture

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    HR learning

    Groupism vs. individualism:One of the best-known japanese proverb notes theperson who stands out like a nail gets hammereddown, is worth for building a strong organisation.

    Spirit vs. reality:The spirit of japanese called as yamato damashii hasbeen a powerful tool for their success. Spirit bringefficiency in employees which helps in achievingthe overall organisation goal.

    Quality vs.profit:Quality motive organisation culture helps infulfilling long term goal .

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    Thank you