4. Topic: Innovation and Technology
Japan has some of the biggest electronics conglomerates in the world, so if you’re
a tech-lover saving for a holiday, there’s really nowhere like it as a destination.
● In 1992 Japanese inventor Shuji Nakamura invented the first efficient blue
LED.
● ASIMO. Developed by Honda, ASIMO is one of the most famous robots in
Japan. It is a humanoid robot that can walk, run, climb stairs, and do other
tasks.
5. Supply Chain Management
The Japan Supply Chain Management
Market Size was valued at USD 8.08 Billion
in 2022. The Market is growing at a CAGR
of 10.9% from 2022 to 2032. The Japan
Supply Chain Management Market Size is
expected to reach USD 22.91 Billion by
2032.
6. Traditional Japanese Business Practices
Harmony (Wa): Japanese value working
peacefully together in business, which helps
create a good team environment and boosts
productivity.
Respect (Rei): Japanese businesses stress
being polite and following rules, which
builds trust and loyalty among everyone at
work.
7. Traditional Japanese Business Practices
Harmony (Wa): Japanese value working
peacefully together in business, which helps
create a good team environment and boosts
productivity.
Respect (Rei): Japanese businesses stress
being polite and following rules, which
builds trust and loyalty among everyone at
work.
8. Globalization and Internationalization
How Japanese Companies Go Global
Strategies:
Focus on Quality and Innovation: Japanese products are known for their reliability
and cutting-edge technology. This focus on quality helps them build a strong brand
reputation in international markets.
Long-Term Vision: Japanese companies often take a long-term view of their
investments, allowing them to weather short-term fluctuations in foreign markets
Adapting to Local Needs: While maintaining core values, successful Japanese
companies adjust products and marketing strategies to suit local preferences.
9. Globalization and Internationalization
Challenges:
Language and Cultural Barriers: Bridging the gap in communication styles and
business practices can be a hurdle.
Bureaucracy: Navigating complex regulations in foreign markets can be time-
consuming and expensive.
Competition: Japanese companies face stiff competition from established global
players as well as local companies.
Internal Resistance: A traditional, hierarchical corporate culture might resist
changes needed for international success.
10. Female Representation in Business
Challenges:
Work-life balance: Long working hours and
a lack of flexible work arrangements make it
difficult for women to balance childcare and
careers
Unconscious bias: Traditional gender roles
can lead to unconscious bias against women
in the workplace
Limited support systems: The lack of
affordable childcare and government support
for working mothers creates additional
challenges
How Women Overcame them:
Work-life balance advocacy: There's a growing
movement pushing for reforms in work culture,
including promoting flexible work arrangements
and encouraging men to take on more childcare
responsibilities.
Breaking the bias: Educational programs and
awareness campaigns are tackling unconscious bias
against women in the workplace.
Building support networks: Women are creating
their own support networks, offering mentorship
and childcare solutions within their communities.
21. 1 Industrial robots: These are
used in a variety of
industries including
automotive, electronics,
and metalworking.
2 Service robots: These robots
are designed to perform
tasks in non-manufacturing
settings, such as healthcare,
elder care, and customer
service.
Here are some of the areas where Japanis a frontrunner in robotics:
3 Entertainment robots:
These robots are designed
to provide companionship
or entertainment, such as
Sony's robotic dog, Aibo.
4 Interesting Fact: Japan is
home to some of the
world's most famous
robots, including Honda's
ASIMO humanoid robot.
Japan is a global leader in robotics!
22. Japan is a frontrunner in automation, especially in
industries:
● Industrial Automation: A staggering number
of robots (over 300,000) work in Japanese
factories, making them the world leader in
robot density for manufacturing.
● Robot Production: Five of the top 10 robot
manufacturers globally are Japanese
companies, resulting in a dominant 30%
market share.
Japan's Automation Edge
23. The automation sector is poised for continued
growth due to:
● Aging Population: The need for automation
will likely increase as the workforce shrinks.
● Expanding Applications: Automation is
finding uses beyond manufacturing, such as
logistics, agriculture, and even services.
Japan's focus on cutting-edge technology
ensures their position as a leader in automation
for the foreseeable future.
Future of Automation
24. Biotechnology
and Healthcare
in Japan
Japanese researchers are at the forefront of developing new
drugs and therapies using biotechnology to improve the quality
of medicine and healthcare.
25. How Big is the Biotechnology Industry in
Japan?
Japan's biotech industry is booming!
• Minimally Invasive Surgery : Robotic surgery
• Precision Medicine: tailoring treatments to
individual patients based on their genetic
makeup and disease profile.
• Regenerative Medicine: Stem cell therapies
and tissue engineering
31. Japanese Taste
Japanese cuisine encompasses the regional and traditional foods of
Japan, which have developed through centuries of political,
economic, and social changes.
Historically influenced by Chinese cuisine, Japanese cuisine has also
opened up to influence from Western cuisines in the modern era.
Dishes inspired by foreign food—in particular Chinese food—like
ramen and gyōza, as well as foods like spaghetti, curry and
33. A complete and portable meal
1. Bento boxes
Bento boxes are a quintessential part of Japanese food
culture. These well-balanced meals consist of a variety of
pre-cooked dishes beautifully arranged in a single
compartmentalized box. Bento boxes offer a harmonious
combination of flavors, textures, and colors, often including
rice, grilled or marinated meat or fish, pickled vegetables,
and tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet). With their convenient
packaging, bento boxes provide a nourishing and portable
34. 2. Sushi
Sushi in Japan is a whole different experience than what
you might be used to. It's considered a more high-end
meal, enjoyed for celebrations or special occasions.
Forget about California rolls and mountains of soy sauce -
here, the focus is on fresh, seasonal ingredients and the
perfect balance of flavors between the vinegared rice and
the toppings. From hand-molded nigiri to colorful
chirashizushi bowls, Japan offers a delicious and
35. Quality and flavor on the go
3.Ramen
Ramen is a noodle soup dish consisting of wheat noodles (also known
as ’ramen noodles’), a savoury broth (soy sauce, salt, miso, and
tonkotsu are the four main ramen broth bases) and toppings of meat,
protein, and/or vegetables.
Ramen is one of present-day Japan’s absolute favourite delicacies,
costing very little and being widely available in restaurants.
36. Culinary delights on train journeys
4.Tonkatsu
Tonkatsu pork cutlets are one of the
many yoshoku, or ‘western-style’ foods,
that were originally introduced to Japan
by Europeans. Like most other yoshoku
foods, the Japanese took the original
tonkatsu and made it their own.
Today, tonkatsu is made by coating pork
chops in crisp panko breadcrumbs and
deep-frying them until they are golden
brown in colour. Tonkatsu are also often
enjoyed as part of a bento boxed lunch,
37. A complete and portable meal
5. Onigiri
Like the sandwich could be considered the original portable
food of British cuisine, the onigiri rice ball is the original
portable food of Japan.
Also known as ‘‘rice balls’, onigiri are portions of Japanese
rice, normally with a filling in the centre, that have been
moulded into triangular or cylindrical shapes before being
wrapped in nori seaweed.
38. Culinary gems at your fingertips
6. Mochi
Mochi is a Japanese rice cake made of mochigome , a short-grain
japonica glutinous rice, and sometimes other ingredients such as
water, sugar, and cornstarch. The steamed rice is pounded into
paste and molded into the desired shape. In Japan, it is
traditionally made in a ceremony called mochitsuki. While eaten
year-round, mochi is a traditional food for the Japanese New Year,
and is commonly sold and eaten during that time.