The 'No-Nonsense' Guide to Doing Business in Japan

Download or read book The 'No-Nonsense' Guide to Doing Business in Japan written by J. Woronoff and published by Springer. This book was released on 2000-11-30 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jon Woronoff - an acknowledged authority in Japanese economy and society - provides insight into crucial aspects of doing business in Japan, and advice on how to succeed in a very difficult market. The book provides insight into crucial aspects of doing business in Japan and advice on how to succeed in a very difficult market. It follows the process from initial contact, to the first visit, to the creation of a fully-fledged operation in Japan. Emphasis is placed on how to break into the distribution system, set up a local company, acquire an existing company, recruit and manage Japanese personnel and co-operate or compete with Japanese companies. There are also tips on how to avoid common traps and pitfalls for the unwary investor.