Purpose:
Discuss and learn about UK culture, communication and working style online - whilst enjoying the local food and drink.
Understand key differences and closeness with Japan - and discuss how to do diverse teamwork between the two countries - mixing the best of both.
Enjoy the history, culture, arts, sports and innovation of the UK and its relations with Japan.
Participants :
English and Japanese business people who work with or love each other's countries. Other nationalities interested in learning more about England.
Workshop Flow (90 mins) :
This event will repeat regularly so we'll just cover two or three items per part in each workshop, to make sure you have time to talk together in breakouts.
Part 1: Quick Tour
Introductions
Food and drink, restaurants etc: Cheers!
Country overview - past and future
Relationship with Japan
Useful phrases
BREAKOUT 1: Our mutual connections.
Part 2: Business Culture Focus
Intro: Intercultural communication:, working styles (Differences and similarities with Japan)
Expat and locals here - interviews
Economy/Companies/brands
Innovation/Inventions
Business trends/global projects (Eg sustainability/Clean energy)
BREAKOUT 2: Our business culture experiences (Approx 10 mins)
Part 3: Lifestyle Culture Focus
Lifestyle Focus (Region/City)
Daily customs and lifestyle
Fashion/Art/Music/Movies /Sport /Comedy
History/famous people
Flag and story
Geography/Travel Spots
Team quiz: (option)
BREAKOUT 3: Our enjoyable experiences
Benefits:
Japan's transformation from a feudal society to a modern nation with a powerful industrial base was significantly influenced by English models of governance, education, and industry during the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century.
Much of the fun of traveling is meeting local people, learning about the culture and enjoying food and drink. Biz Nites help you travel the world from the comfort of your sofa.
Discover a warm and amiable community in England for practicing intercultural communication and language skills while networking. Our events showcase England and other countries, featuring new topics in each repeat session. Immerse yourself in events from various countries, including England, to enhance your cultural appreciation and foster meaningful connections.
Preparation:
Purchase drinks and food related to the country and toast together during the event! You can preorder local items from amazon.jp: A) Tea (PG Tips, Twinings, Yorkshire Tea, Tetley), B) English mustard, C) Chocolate (Cadbury Dairy Milk, Cadbury Flake, Galaxy), D) Marmite.