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France-Japan Intercultural Biz Nite (E-EU01)

Updated: Apr 14



Purpose:

Understand key differences and closeness of France with Japan - and discuss how to do diverse teamwork between the two countries - mixing the best of both.


Speaker Profiles

Makiko Kuramoto, Ph.D is a Japanese psychologist. She will share insights from her personal experience and cultural psychology—on how to communicate successfully across cultures and grow together. She'll touch on respect, openness, clear communication, and the importance of staying curious and using humour.

Isabelle Rodier is a French HR Project Leader currently living in Japan. She will explain some of the cultural differences between France and Japan and share her experience.


Recommended Participants:

• French and Japanese business people who work with or love each other's countries. Other nationalities interested in learning more about France.


Learning Objectives:

  • Identify key cultural similarities and differences between France and Japan to enhance mutual understanding and collaboration in diverse teams.

  • Develop effective cross-cultural communication strategies, drawing on psychological insights and real-world experiences from French and Japanese professionals.

  • Explore the role of respect, openness, curiosity, and humor in building trust and improving teamwork across cultural boundaries.

  • Gain practical tips for navigating cultural challenges in Franco-Japanese business relationships and multicultural work environments.

  • Reflect on personal cultural assumptions and biases to become more adaptable and empathetic in international collaborations.


Language Guidance:

  • The webinar will be conducted in English, as it serves as a neutral and common language between French and Japanese participants, and accommodates other international attendees. Bilingual facilitator Jon Lynch will provide some guidance in Japanese as needed.


E-EU01 : Webinar 1: Quick Tour

1. Introductions

2. Guest speakers : Isabelle RODIER and Makiko KURAMOTO, Ph.D

3. Q&A

4. Relationship between Japan and France


Please join us 6/25/2025 WED 20:00 - 21:30


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