IntroductionThis report examines the differences and similarities between the cultures of Japan and the United States and presents suggestions for improving the culture. Therefore, a country's culture can mean comparing and understanding patterns, interactions, communications and relationships. Furthermore, as trade traditions and customs have become an increasing comparison over behavior when crossing international borders, major changes are essential. Also, to improve cultural differences, my tips on how to gain knowledge about the country's business meetings, time, work attire, etiquette and behavior, decision-making styles, women in the workplace , on exchanging gifts, on handshakes, on business cards, on English used in business, Gestural/non-verbal communication and negotiations are all key tools for having good relations between countries (Guffey, 2008). Business Meetings Business meetings are “formal and can focus on building a relationship based on friendliness, harmony and trust. It is customary to greet the senior manager first, then the others in descending order and the use of a soft handshake with light eye contact and a slight bow. Decisions are rarely made in meetings (Bosrock, 2014). Furthermore, meetings in the United States are informal and taken very seriously. In other words, a relationship can develop after a contract is signed. However, Americans must remain calm, make appropriate adjustments, respect elders, and promote harmony. TimeWhen meeting a Japanese senior member, Japan considers it appropriate to arrive on time or 10 minutes early. Timeliness is critical in all meetings as the Japanese view lateness as rudeness and can have a negative influence on business decisions (JETRO, n.d.).Work AttireThe Japanese believe that dark… middle of paper… who communicate with Japanese Commercial activity. Retrieved January 20, 2014, from http://www.jetro.go.jp/costarica/mercadeo/communicationwith.pdf Kwintessential. (ea). Japan, language, culture, customs and etiquette. Retrieved January 20, 2014, from http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/japan-country-profiles.htmlKwintessential. (ndb). Doing business in the United States. Retrieved January 20, 2014, from http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/etiquette/doing-business-usa.html Latham, C. (2013). Women in Business: Where is the best place to be a female entrepreneur? Metro: Retrieved January 20, 2014, from http://metro.co.uk/2013/06/10/women-in-business-where-is-he -the-best-place-to-be-an-entrepreneur- 3834661/Venture Japan. (n.d.). Japanese business label. Retrieved January 20, 2014, from http://www.venturejapan.com/japanese-business-etiquette.htm