1. Business Research on Japan
Peggy Tai
Sangeeta Mani

2. CLIMATE
Winter is from December to February, It is quiet dry and sunny.
Spring is from March to May. The famous cherry blossoms are out.
Summer is from June to August. The country experience three to four weeks rainy season.
Autumn is from September to November characterized with light breeze and cooler temperature .

3. VISA REQUIREMENTS
New Zealand passport holders do not require visa to enter Japan for up to 90 days for short visit

4. Flight to Japan with Qantas Airlines
Departure
Arrive
Stops
Return ticket (NZD) 1
Qantas
AKL
24/04 Mon
16.05pm
Tokyo
07/05 Sun
20.40pm
25/04Tues
5.30am
09/05Tues
00.05am
Sydney
17.45pm
08/05 Mon
Economy $
Business $

5. Flight to Japan with China Airlines
Departure
Arrive
Stops
Return ticket (NZD) 2
China Airlines
AKL
24/04 Mon
23.50pm
Tokyo
7/05 Sun
17.10pm
25/04 Tues
16.05pm
08/05Mon
22.20pm
SIN (Singapore Changi)
08.05am
08/05 Mon
08.40am
Economy $
Business $

6. SINGAPOUR AIRLINES Airlines Departure Arrive Stops Return ticket (NZD)3
Singapore Airlines
AKL
24/04 Mon
23.50pm
Tokyo
7/05 Sun
17.10pm
25/04 Tues
16.05pm
08/05 Mon
22.20pm
SIN (Singapore Changi)
08.05am
08.40am
Economy $
Business $

7. The Japanese Language The most common language in Japan is Japanese.
Nowadays Japan is becoming one of the biggest trading countries in the world, and therefore English is gradually used in Japanese business.
Most Japanese speak English with a strong accent, sometimes it may cause misunderstanding.
It is a good idea to have an interpreter when visiting Japanese business people.

8. Gift Giving Etiquette
Gifts are usually given in many occasions in Japan.
Gifts should be well wrapped and in odd number, but not nine.
Do not give potted plants and flowers.
Taking great care to ask someone who understands the Japanese culture well to help you choose the gift.
A good quality chocolate or wine is usually the best option.

9. Relationships and Communication
Japanese tend to do business based on personal relationships.
Building and maintaining relationships with Japanese business people is essential.
Being introduced to the company by someone who you have a good relationship with or who has a great influence in the company is very helpful.
Maintaining constant communication and contact.
Sending greeting cards on special events.

10. Business Meeting Etiquette
Meetings should be scheduled in advance.
Preparing a detailed agenda proposal.
Introducing yourself and your company in
the first meeting.
Talking concisely and with confidence.
Carrying enough business cards to the meeting.
Preparing a transcript of your presentation materials in Japanese.