Practical Communication Strategies for Foreigners in Japan
April 23, 2025Culture
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- When You Need a Clear Answer
- When You Need to Decline
- Building Deeper Connections
- Real-Life Experiences & Tips
- Common Misunderstandings and How to Avoid Them
- Misunderstanding #1: "They said yes but meant no"
- Misunderstanding #2: "No one gives me feedback"
- Misunderstanding #3: "Japanese people never say what they're thinking"
- Misunderstanding #4: "My Japanese colleagues seem cold and distant"
- Misunderstanding #5: "I can never tell if I've made a social mistake"
- Communication Strategies for Specific Situations
- Job Interviews
- Negotiations
- Apartment Hunting
- Adapting Without Losing Yourself