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I think GP might mean "Japan" as in "the people of Japan" rather than the Japanese government. The government putting some things in place on their side doesn't

by vosper 7y ago

I think GP might mean "Japan" as in "the people of Japan" rather than the Japanese government. The government putting some things in place on their side doesn't necessarily mean that foreign entrepreneurs will actually be welcomed in everyday life, finding customers, suppliers, etc...

rootsudo 7y ago
Because no one wants to deal with someone who can't speak Japanese on Japan. As I stayed above, it's a barrier of entry.
- jolmg 7y ago
  While I've never had any first-hand experience with Japan, it is said that there is some degree of discrimination that stems from cultural differences. Stuff like foreigners find it more difficult to rent apartments because the owners are concerned they won't be quiet enough and disturb the neighbors, or won't sort out their trash appropriately, etc. I don't think language is the only issue. Japanese work culture also seems very particular. It seems likely that a business run by a foreigner would result in cultural clashes with employees, with customers, and with the general public.
  - rootsudo 7y ago
    I agree, you don't have any first hand experience in Japan. If what you all said was true, why do foreign enterprises profit in Japan then? Language is culture. Culture is people. You seem to be missing the big picture, and that isn't bad - it just means you should try to improve your ignorance. Plus, all the issues you said apply anywhere in the world.
    - jesterson 7y ago
      If you pardon my interruption - you shouldn't be so hostile and rude to people trying to convey their point. I'd say don't be rigid - be openminded and look what people want to say. As someone who have a lot of first hand experience in Japan I must say most of "liberation" that government declare are mere declarations. This applies not just to visa or enterpreneurship policies but to most of local matters as well. And then some people are surprised - government did something so why no-one is coming? > If what you all said was true, why do foreign enterprises profit in Japan then? If we look at list of companies that left Japan and compare it to list of companies that succeeded, the first one would be much longer. You still need to be a part of keiretsu to operate, to open a bank account, to get rid of all those ridiculous requirements business usually fights with, and so on. > They've opened up the gates. That's a very strong definition of what is happening. I'd say they reduced the code from the lock from 48 character password to 24, but still keep the passphrase :) Despite declaration of "opening", Japan still preserves all possible barriers for emerging business and protecting it's own, largely inefficient, keiretsu companies and businesses. > But not the infrastructure or trust and safety. While it's debatable, it's not an exclusive thing. Singapore, Hong Kong, offers better safety with significantly better taxation.
    - thiefmeister 7y ago
      I live here in Japan and it is quite hard to adjust especially with the language. I'm just working in a Japanese company that's trying to go global. But imagine, starting your own business, legal papers that need to be in Japanese. Compliances. Paperworks. It is tough. Even filing taxes here is tough for a foreigner.

by vosper 7y ago

rootsudo 7y ago

Because no one wants to deal with someone who can't speak Japanese on Japan. As I stayed above, it's a barrier of entry.

jolmg 7y ago
While I've never had any first-hand experience with Japan, it is said that there is some degree of discrimination that stems from cultural differences. Stuff like foreigners find it more difficult to rent apartments because the owners are concerned they won't be quiet enough and disturb the neighbors, or won't sort out their trash appropriately, etc. I don't think language is the only issue. Japanese work culture also seems very particular. It seems likely that a business run by a foreigner would result in cultural clashes with employees, with customers, and with the general public.
- rootsudo 7y ago
  I agree, you don't have any first hand experience in Japan. If what you all said was true, why do foreign enterprises profit in Japan then? Language is culture. Culture is people. You seem to be missing the big picture, and that isn't bad - it just means you should try to improve your ignorance. Plus, all the issues you said apply anywhere in the world.
  - jesterson 7y ago
    If you pardon my interruption - you shouldn't be so hostile and rude to people trying to convey their point. I'd say don't be rigid - be openminded and look what people want to say. As someone who have a lot of first hand experience in Japan I must say most of "liberation" that government declare are mere declarations. This applies not just to visa or enterpreneurship policies but to most of local matters as well. And then some people are surprised - government did something so why no-one is coming? > If what you all said was true, why do foreign enterprises profit in Japan then? If we look at list of companies that left Japan and compare it to list of companies that succeeded, the first one would be much longer. You still need to be a part of keiretsu to operate, to open a bank account, to get rid of all those ridiculous requirements business usually fights with, and so on. > They've opened up the gates. That's a very strong definition of what is happening. I'd say they reduced the code from the lock from 48 character password to 24, but still keep the passphrase :) Despite declaration of "opening", Japan still preserves all possible barriers for emerging business and protecting it's own, largely inefficient, keiretsu companies and businesses. > But not the infrastructure or trust and safety. While it's debatable, it's not an exclusive thing. Singapore, Hong Kong, offers better safety with significantly better taxation.
  - thiefmeister 7y ago
    I live here in Japan and it is quite hard to adjust especially with the language. I'm just working in a Japanese company that's trying to go global. But imagine, starting your own business, legal papers that need to be in Japanese. Compliances. Paperworks. It is tough. Even filing taxes here is tough for a foreigner.