If you are targeting a Japanese company, it is essential to have a thorough understanding of the business model so that you can adapt your approach accordingly. You will have to understand the pillars on which the Japanese economic model is built, the different types of Japanese companies, the Japanese definition of an SME and, finally, the psychology of the Japanese SME itself. You will find an overview of this information, together with some useful links, below.
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No less than 300 web pages with up-to-date information on Japan, more than 170 reports available as well as a lot of detailed information on the Japanese business culture.