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Inter-cultural Communications in North Asia

Doing Business in Japan and South Korea

As is the case with China, these two nations possess fascinating ancient histories; as well as continued business & economic, geo-political, and military influence throughout the region. They are seen as strategic allies to the West. We explore their cultures and traditions, along with current business and political environments.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) versus its rival Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), the Diet (parliament) and South Korea's pro-business Grand National Party (with its new president) as compared to a centrist United Democratic Party make for interesting ideas concerning the regions two major developed economies and (U.S. influenced) democracies.

South Korean industrial conglomerates (chaebols) have made the nation the 10th largest economy in the world, while "Japan Inc.", as it was once fearfully referred to, remains the world's number 2 economy - but in a fragile state at the present time. What makes each of them tick, and where will they be positioned in the New Asia in the 21st century?

What will I Learn?

Build confidence in your ability to work and handle a business and social life in a foreign country. Provide you with the understanding of so many geo-political happenings that affect day-to-day life on the job. Have fun learning about another country's history, its culture, and walk through the rules and regulations – both written and unspoken.