Ex: Asian Business Online look at business meetings in Japan.
1. Do arrive ten minutes early for meetings.
2. Do take a lot of notes. It shows that you are interested.
3. Do wear a dark suit.
4. Do be polite to everyone. Many people in Japan stay with their company for a long time.
5. Do smile, be willing to learn, and ask a lot of questions about your business partner’s company.
6. Don’t choose your own seat. Wait to be seated because of tradition.
7. Don’t forget to exchange a business card.
8. Do not wear a black suit, white shirt, and black tie because that is for funerals. A dark suit is most suitable for women, too.
9. Don’t blow your nose in a meeting room.
10. Don’t pat a Japanese business partner on the back or shoulder.