Long Hours: No matter what you do and where you work in Japan, you are expected to show your dedication as an employee by working long hours. Japanese work culture is very different from an American office environment, from the etiquette of after-work drinks to employee-employer relations.

Nearly a quarter of Japanese companies have employees working more than 80 hours overtime a month, often unpaid, a recent survey found. There are pros and cons of working for Japanese companies, and it is a matter of personal preference but here are some differences I’ve seen between Japanese and American work environments and conditions. Most Japanese companies work regular office hours and they don’t permit working at home. The Japanese culture and infrastructure do not support women who wish to return to work after having children. Nevertheless, it is important to bear in mind that cultural patterns found in particular industries, regions, And 12% have employees breaking the 100 hours a month mark. There are no day-care centers or babysitting services, and such women are looked down on. Working in a Japanese company as a foreigner — An observation of Japanese workplace culture. ... for Japanese companies, ... demanding about meeting the Japanese-style business standards at work. The following core cultural concepts have strong implications on how Japanese companies do business. The Japanese government currently owns around 71% of the company, although there have been numerous proposals intended to privatise it. The work environment is set like a school class where the head of the department is at the top of a row of desks. These concepts are the guiding factors that exert a strong influence on the work culture and employment practices of Japan.