1. Japanese people attach great importance to exchanging business cards when they meet for the first time. Not only is it impolite to meet for the first time without a business card, but the other party will think you are unsociable. When handing business cards to each other, you should bow first and hand them in both hands. After receiving the other party's business card, read it carefully to see the identity, position and company of the other party, and nod your head to show that you know the other party's identity. Japanese people think that business cards represent a person, and treat them as if they were themselves. If you take a business card and put it in your pocket without reading it, it is considered rude. If you want to participate in business negotiations, you must send business cards to everyone in the room and accept their business cards. You can't leave out anyone. Although it takes a lot of time, it is a way to express mutual friendship and respect.
Most Japanese believe in Shinto (the inherent religion of Japan) and Buddhism. Buddhists abide by the religious rule of "no food in the afternoon". Japanese speeches are divided into two languages: honorific and simplified. When using them, either use honorific forms or simplified Chinese characters, and the two cannot be confused. But use honorifics when talking to guests, elders and bosses, otherwise it will be considered as disrespect for each other.
When meeting in Japan, people usually exchange greetings, take off their hats and bow, slightly lower their heads and lower their eyes to show sincerity and kindness. When we meet for the first time, we bow to each other, exchange business cards, and generally do not shake hands. When saluting, put your hands flat on your knees and say hello. Introduce yourself without a business card, including name, work unit and position.
4. If you are an old friend or a familiar person, take the initiative to shake hands or even hug. If you meet a female guest, the woman can reach out and shake hands, but don't shake hands hard or for too long. The same is true when you meet an elderly person.
Japanese people attach great importance to etiquette and bow countless times a day, especially women, who are gentle and considerate and extremely filial and respectful to men.
6. The most common Japanese words are "Good morning", "Hello", "Goodbye", "Please have a rest", "Good night", "Sorry", "Please take care" and "Sorry".
7. In Japan, "Mr." is not casually called. In a narrow sense, it refers to educators (professors, lecturers, teachers, masters) and doctors; In a broad sense, it is a title of respect for the elderly, national and local people, and people with special technical talents. Even if you are called "sir", show that you are guilty of it, otherwise you will feel arrogant. For ordinary people, it is generally not called "Mr", as long as you add a title or "Sama" or "Sang" after the name, which is equivalent to what we usually call "Xiao Zhang" or "Lao Wang".
Japanese social etiquette
In daily life, Japanese people pay great attention to etiquette when they meet. You usually take off your hat and bow. When bowing, the Japanese not only pay attention to etiquette, but also pay attention to the degree, time and frequency of bowing. Generally speaking, the degree of Japanese bowing, the length of bowing time and the number of bowing times are often directly proportional to the degree of respect they show to each other. When the Japanese bow and scrape, it is also stipulated that they are not allowed to take things in their hands, wear hats on their heads and put the recipients in their pockets.
Sometimes Japanese people shake hands with others while bowing, or just shake hands with others as a gift. But in general, Japanese women, especially Japanese rural women, only bow and don't shake hands when they see others. During the meeting ceremony, the Japanese pay attention to and humbly greet people. Common greeting words include "hello", "good morning", "good night", "goodbye", "get rid of" and "please take care of me for the first time". In short, the Japanese believe that "it is not surprising to be polite to many people."
In Japanese folk, especially in rural areas, people often bow down to each other when bidding farewell to relatives and friends. Kneeling is kneeling, which is a female etiquette.
When Japanese meet others for the first time, they usually exchange business cards, otherwise it will be interpreted as unwilling to associate. Therefore, some people sum up the Japanese meeting etiquette as "bowing to nature and handing out business cards when meeting". Under normal circumstances, Japanese people often take several business cards with different titles when they go out. In this way, when exchanging business cards, it can suit everyone.
Japanese people attach great importance to cleanliness in interpersonal communication. For them, they should take a bath every day. Not only that, the Japanese also have the habit of inviting people to take a bath in the bathroom. In their words, this is called "naked sex". They believe that this practice can make people less bound and communicate frankly.
When Japanese entertain friends, they always put a bowl of water on the table and a piece of white gauze in front of the guests. The host will first rinse his cup with clear water, press the water drops on the white gauze with the cup mouth down, then pour the wine and respect the guests with both hands. Here's to the guests. Then, the guests also propose a toast to the host in an agreed way to show the intimacy between the host and the guest. This is the so-called "toast ceremony".
The combination order of Japanese names is the same as that of China names, with surnames first and names last. But Japanese names often have more words, and four words are the most common. Japanese women take their father's surname before marriage and their husband's surname after marriage. When addressing Japanese people, you can address them as "sir", "miss" or "madam". You can also add a word "Jun" after his surname, which is called "XXX Jun". Only on very formal occasions, Japanese people must be called by their full names.
In communication situations, the Japanese creed is "Don't disturb others". So they are forbidden to talk loudly and laugh, but in front of outsiders, most of them have to smile, whether they are happy or not. The Japanese think this is also the courtesy of being a man.
Etiquette precautions in dealing with Japanese people
1, the Japanese are very particular about sitting posture, whether sitting in a chair or having a meal. Younger generations can't cross their legs in front of their elders. When visiting a Japanese company, the meeting between the host and the guests is usually held in the conference room. Moreover, the guests are usually led to the conference room first, and the host will come over in a few minutes and approach each guest to exchange business cards. Out of courtesy, guests are not allowed to sit casually in the VIP table. They should stand all the time, waiting for the host to come in and give up their seats.
Usually, the Japanese are more reserved. They laugh in a low voice and can't tolerate laughter. The Japanese smile at the beginning of the conversation and keep smiling for a long time. Especially at the negotiating table, it is difficult for you to guess the Japanese facial expressions.
When the Japanese meet a guest for the first time, they always spend a few minutes on the way to ask about the guest and a colleague they have met before. Then, they will pause for a moment and hope that the guests will do the same. Next, Japanese high-level officials will talk about various relationships between Japan and guest companies. At this time, it is best for guests to convey their greetings to Japanese executives. Please note that if the Japanese intentionally miss someone when asking, it implies that they don't like this person.
Japanese pay special attention to image on formal occasions. If you attend Japanese banquets or other activities, you must dress neatly; Otherwise, it will be thought that you don't take him seriously. Therefore, during the visit, please make sure that you have a set of clean clothes around you for ready use.
They usually serve all kinds of dishes at once when they eat. The order of eating is to drink soup first, and then choose a few dishes from each plate and bowl. In the process of eating, I eat very slowly, and always end my rice bowl with soup in my left hand; Pick up food from the common plate with the other end of chopsticks; Don't take out empty plates before the end. Moreover, say "I want to eat" when I start eating, and say "I'm full" when I finish eating.
6. The Japanese are very proud of their unique cooking skills. If you know something about appreciating and tasting Japanese food, you will often win the respect of the Japanese. Also, the Japanese think that a good drinker is a hero. If they ask you if you want to drink, the correct answer is "yes".
7. Gifts are extremely important in Japanese society. In Japan, business gifts are very expensive, and their generosity in giving gifts is sometimes staggering. When giving gifts, it is usually in social activities, such as the dinner table after the talks. It's best to say something like "it's nothing". In addition, we should pay attention to the positions of Japanese personnel, and the gifts should be graded according to the positions. If the general manager receives the same gift as the deputy general manager, the former will feel insulted and the latter will feel embarrassed.
8. Japanese people pay attention to the use of chopsticks when eating. Room service, it is forbidden to insert chopsticks vertically into rice when preparing meals for guests, because rice inserted vertically with chopsticks is used to sacrifice the dead in Japan.
9. Japanese people avoid green and think that green is an ominous color; Also taboo lotus patterns; And think that plum blossom is an ominous flower; Avoid the word "9" when giving gifts.
10. When I talked with you that day, I tried to choose some neutral topics, such as common friends, common experiences, tea and wine, and issues related to Japan. So as to avoid talking about the price, salary and money of things and avoid embarrassing each other.
1 1. In Japan, there is an unusual thing: private appointments must arrive no later than 15 minutes. But in Japan, dating is not very binding, and the time and place can be changed in advance.
12, Japanese generally don't invite foreign businessmen to their homes. In case of special circumstances, you should follow the following rules when visiting a Japanese home: the time can be flexible. But if the host is an elder, the guests should arrive on time or in advance; Outside, take off your shoes and hats first, then ring the doorbell, bow to each other before entering the living room, and begin to say hello after entering the living room; Then the guest gives a gift, and the host will give a gift back before leaving.