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Public behaviour in Japan is often characterized as courteous, rule-abiding, and considerate — and this is largely true. This behaviour is driven by a feeling of ‘external observation’. Expressed differently: Japan is very densely populated and others are always around ready to judge; since inconveniencing others brings social opprobrium, public life plays out in very scripted ways. It is stressful to always be observed. So, in private settings, or when scrutiny is absent, many individuals understandably let their guard down. Sometimes this can lead to a disregard for legal or safety norms. But it is a mistake to rationalise or ignore misconduct on the assumption that it will remain internal or hidden.
How does the contrast between behaviour in public and private settings in Japan affect compliance, decision-making, and risk exposure at companies?
Duration: 20 minutes
Sources: Mitsubishi Electric: CEO exit will not end Japan Inc’s cover-up culture. (2 July 2021). Financial Times.
https://www.ft.com/content/708a855f-6f02-4382-9f7d-24f26789c890
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Scrutiny from regulators outside Japan: Challenges for Japanese companies
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