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I found a few days ago a shelf in the house of my parents a guide to Tokyo from 1995. I bought my first trip to Japan in the summer of 1998, exactly 10 years ago, a young student. Since then, with the exception of one year, I'm always returned to the country. I worked three years, and I now have personal ties in the country. A decade is a fine time interval, the fifth in adulthood. The world and Japan have certainly changed, probably less than we imagine. Above all, my view of the country has evolved.

The year 1998 will be remembered as the perfect football game, and probably the only occasion since the release of the French see happy without ulterior motives. The Lewinsky affair was in full swing, happy time when no one accused the president of the United States that treat incongruous with an intern. The financial crisis was spreading from its birthplace in Russia and Asia. The issue have now changed, but these fellows are always ups and downs of the day. The inevitable economic ascent of large emerging countries continued: China is world's third largest economy this year, while the seventh was 10 years ago.

The biggest change in daily life occurred to me looking for the photographs illustrating this story. Digital did not exist at the time: I had in my hands when voyagesun first prototype digital camera with a resolution barely adequate for small prints. Today digital photography reigns supreme: it is difficult to buy a film camera. The nostalgic think maybe because the colors were more beautiful then. The reader can judge by comparing the article illustrated with film shown to the rest of the blog of digital. However, the pictures rarely left their bulky boxes, while the computer provides immediate and free dissemination of electronic photographs. Enterprises have to adapt, as the famous French chain store photos which is now the spotlight on mobile phone and reserve a corner of the store, or sometimes cellar, the photographic printing.

all due respect to revolutionary innovation, photography, completely upset in 10 years, is a rare example of rapid evolution. The aircraft continued its slow evolution, with stable prices over the period. The round trip flight chersur month costs between 900 and 1000 euros, slightly more than a decade ago: I bought a ticket around 5,500 francs, or about 833 Euros (ANA 全日空) in 1998. The comfort of the flight was obviously improved with the advent of A330/340 and B777, and development of entertainment in flight: the 747 at the time were content to listen sometimes a "stethoscope" and a single TV in the ceiling. The flight time was not changed by cons.

Many Internet services already existed on my first trip to Japan: the e-mail, forums, newsgroups they said then, and the Web, much more confidence. It was then the domain of academics and geeks, and most sites were distinguished by their hideous bad taste with their ill-chosen fonts, patterned their funds and their unnecessary animations. The web is now public and the presentation is much improved, perhaps a consequence of its feminization. The biggest change is probably Google's famous search engine (and host of this site), which had just been founded the year of my first trip to Japan. By providing an efficient search on the Internet, it has served to direct the millions of anonymous contributors. So I found quite by chance over a site dealing specifically with Ni-Channel, and so little complacent, the project I was working in Japan. This search power has encouraged the development of forums and personal websites posting information often free quality. It invaluable for the traveler: A journey once was preparing the guide, and travel souvenirs of his family: it had to be lucky to find useful information on a specific destination if it was not part of the major tourist attractions. Today, any issue can be handled competently on a forum, and on any subject, it certainly exists, in addition to Wikipedia, a few sites or blogs providing useful information, easily accessible via google.

Internet also allows expatriates to have local news. When I was three years ago expatriate, I view and drives of my football club favorite, and I escaped with my problems in Japan as part of watching the exploits of Juninho, Tiago and Fred (players headlights Olympique Lyonnais it this time). During my first visit, it was probably possible to find the football results on the Internet but it was much more difficult: I vividly remember myself with the news French reading French newspapers standing, especially To be honest the team. Read up himself "Tachiyomi (立ち読み) in Japanese, is a common practice and tolerated. Modern Internet, it is also the international free phone. Few hours of conversation with his family after a difficult week in Japan can really help keep a balance.

In the late 90s. It was still selling the PC9800, a computer developed by NEC, but similar to the PC using a different architecture and software as separate, with, to be honest, some very useful improvements on the standard IBM. It was probably one of the last vestiges of the expansionist era when Japan thought it could make anything himself. This euphoria stopped with the bursting of the bubble in 1989. Yet as in 1998 the country was still in its "lost decade" and the mood was gloomy. Having proclaimed during the 80s he would conquer all, our intellectuals now saw in Japan a terminally ill patient, with the tents of homeless in the parks as signs of the 21st century favelas. 10 years later, the country has again become a developed country "banal" in purchasing power comparable to the major European countries while retaining their distinct business culture. On one side of the economic spectrum, Toyota is perhaps the best global automotive, and manufacturing is still very powerful Japanese Casio, Nikon, Sony and Yamaha, among mainstream audiences as examples, are always references. Across the spectrum, some financial trades on the Tokyo site are fully insured by foreign banks without any local player. Recent years have confirmed a recovery of the economy: it is easier for young people to find work, and the tents of homeless people are less numerous.

Major Japanese cities have evolved over the past ten years. Prefecture Tokyo (东京 都, 12 million people) has built more than 80 kilometers of lines of railroad entirely new and often underground (*). In comparison, the Paris region (10 million) has seen the commissioning of 30 km of lines (**), and this figure is flattering because over half consists of trams, built partiesur existing channels. The new buildings have also multiplied in Tokyo, with a particularly large number of turns a complex comprising office, hotel and shopping mall. The last decade has seen major projects and the Roppongi Hills (Roppongi), Tokyo Mid-Town ( Akasaka) and Maru-Biru ( Marunouchi ) and the Shiodome near Shinbashi (13 laps total). At the same time, Defence has seen a dozen times to add more small (68,000 m2 for the Granite Tower Defense against 380,000 for Roppongi Hills). Tokyo is far more than Paris, a city alive with constantly improving infrastructure. Homes are increasingly large and public transport less crowded. So I was very surprised to learn that the average housing in Tokyo is larger than that Paris. Obviously, these large projects require heavy financing and certainly share responsibility for the debt of Japan. Real estate loses its value very quickly in Tokyo, a drama for middle class households living in town who can not be, generation after generation of significant heritage: the apartment bought by the couple no longer no value when retirement begins.

When I arrived in Japan, I was initially fascinated by the ideal image of traditional country, filled with Bushido (武士道, code of honor Traditional Japanese), wooden temples and Zen gardens. Full of enthusiasm, I even read the entire "Genji Monogatari", the first Japanese novel that has yet a few lengths, and I would follow up on the television series "dressed" I did not understand Yet almost nothing because I liked the atmosphere. I considered japonisée Western cuisine, the Tonkatsus (豚カツ) at Omurice (オムライス) as a betrayal. It took me some time to allow Japan to be modern. While most impassioned address the country by the "Manga" Japanese comics to these topics varied, the result is almost the same: before leaving, it idealizes remote one aspect of Japanese life, and it then searches for his first trip to press the reality of the country on the fantasies imagined. It takes some time to realize that Japan is a complete society, which also includes his university jacket shredded, his bronzed surfers and retirees without a history.

During my first stay, at first I was completely fascinated, I admired all around the country, up to find a philosophical or aesthetic hidden any advertisement for a toothpaste. I was convinced he had found a paradise of respect and harmony, where I settle down and make sure my life. It probably lasted a year and two-time trip. My dreams were shattered easy integration to the reality of a country that offers few opportunities for ambitious young foreigners, especially those who do not speak Japanese fluently. I do not blame anyone for this, because the integration of "gaijins" (外人) companies in is often difficult, and they are not always ready to adapt to country specifics. During the next few years, my opinion in Japan has declined significantly, that contempt is fueled largely by an Anglo-Saxon press is not kind to the country. I almost thought that by having white skin and having escaped the Japanese educational system, I was able, from the top of my 25 years to solve all the problems of the country, small stomach ache caused by the lack of vegetables in the diet for doubtful debts of banks. This may seem naive, but it was and still is the behavior of many expatriates I meet. I think now have a more balanced relationship with the country: two years ago, when my career as an expatriate in Tokyo was in a stalemate and frustration at the highest, I decided to return to Europe just to return to Japan that if circumstances were favorable. I also abandoned my hope of integration: even when I returned to the Far East, I no longer try to conduct myself in perfect Japanese, but I keep my European personality. I'm better accepted, and it helps me a lot see Japan with more distance. Since I gave up my integration, I think I have escaped and paranoia, common among foreign residents, who see racism and discrimination at the slightest glance sideways on the train.

On a more pleasant, my opinion on young Japanese women has also changed: in the early days, I found all these lovely ladies and absolutely extraordinary. This wonder was probably due to my general enthusiasm for the country, but I was also very impressed by the care that young Japanese have for their grooming and makeup. With temps, je me suis habitué à l’habileté de ces jeunes filles, et je suis maintenant de l’avis, entendu plusieurs fois, que Tokyo et Paris sont des villes de « niveau » assez comparable et plutôt haut, avec peut-être un léger avantage aux parisiennes pour leur allure. Je prie mes lectrices féminines de m’excuser de ne pas pouvoir porter de jugement sur l’élégance des jeunes japonais : le seul témoignage que je possède est celui d’une amie européenne qui trouvait beaucoup de choses à dire sur la tenue de ces messieurs lors de son arrivée au Japon mais a failli tout plaquer quelques mois après pour une relation pourtant mal engagée avec un homme du pays I do not know how to interpret it.

time in Japan has certainly been changed. I am now able to participate in most conversations in Japanese. By cons, speaking Japanese does not mean read it. Having been occuppe by my professional obligations, I have not spent enough time studying kanji, or Chinese characters, reading a newspaper article wonder always an infinite effort. I have enjoyed the cons by cuisine and traditional arts of this country that can be better preserved than others: Japan has certainly helped to refine my taste for fine dining and beautiful things. An extended stay also makes it more demanding on the quality of the service: it happens more often to show my nervousness in Europe when I be treated badly. Tokyo is the center of a dynamic metropolis of 30 million. While I appreciate the charm of French cities, I find them, even Paris, sometimes quite dull in comparison: he must choose his headquarters in France for the busy streets on a Sunday afternoon. If France cultivates activities and subsidized services, everything is paid in Japan, often billed at actual cost: studies, health, transport, culture, water, and electricity and leisure culture and sports. Pay allows us to appreciate things at their true value: my stay in Japan allowed me to better appreciate the small pleasures of everyday life.

Stay in a large Asian country with no historic connection with Europe is an excellent vaccine against racism and ethnocentrism: we can have a skin color, do not know Christianity, nor the culture greek Roman and modern and grown: it seems obvious to anyone who knows the history of the world, but sometimes I find that everyone no opinion. I spent several months in a tense atmosphere between Western and Japanese. This lesson on the difficulty scale to work without offending national sensibilities inspired me to be more careful in certain situations, successfully this time.

If I have to take stock, I am very pleased with these ten years from Japan to moderate range. I tried to make an account realistic and interesting that can perhaps give some pointers to those who also start to explore the country.

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Additional information

(*) Distribution of 80 km of new routes put into service from 1998 to 2008 in Tokyo (Tokyo Prefecture only):

• Nanboku southern half of the line (Yotsuya in Meguro or 8 km)


• Extension Mita Mita Line to Meguro (4 km


• commissioning of the line in Shibuya Ikebukuro Fukutoshin (9.9 km


• commissioning of the line-Nippori Toneri Liner ( 9.9 km flyover)


• commissioning of the line Ooedo (from Nerima to Tocho-mae), or 40.9 km
• commissioning of the new Tsukuba Express line (15 kilometers in the prefecture of Tokyo)

(**) Distribution of the 30 kilometers of new tracks put in service from 1998 to 2008 in the Paris region:

• line 14 (7.5 km) Madeleine Library


• minor extension of the line 13 (Gabriel Peri to Courtilles, or 2 km)


• commissioning of the RER E (new tracks Hausmann Saint Lazare Gare de l'Est (approximately 5 km)


• up T3 tramway in place of (7.9 kilometers) and that of T4 tram on existing roads (7.9 kilometers)

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Tokyo Neighbourhoods: The center

During a first visit to the city, we sometimes seek the "center" of Tokyo (东京) around the major stations of Shinjuku (新宿) and Shibuya (渋 谷), or sometimes in the "foreign ghetto" of Roppongi (六 本 木). They are however of recent urbanization. The district of Akasaka , would be a better candidate. But rather in the vicinity of the Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace that we will find the city's oldest and most interesting. The atmosphere and architecture are very different from the green spaces of the imperial palace to the tiny gargottes under the tracks of Yurakucho. The place is worth a visit on weekdays, when business people are present, and another on Sunday, when the streets are made for pedestrians and cyclists.

We begin by late afternoon in mid Sakuradamon Station (桜 田 门). Upon exit, we notice the huge moat of the palace of the emperor (皇居). Pine Forest takes a small mediterranean air at sunset. On the other side is the administrative district of Kasumigaseki (霞ヶ関), seat of the Japanese government. The former building of the Ministry of Justice (债务 所), built in 1895 by German architects (Boeckmann and Ende), then restored after the war, is just across the intersection. He now serves as a training center for the department. There are other buildings of this style in red brick, called "London Style": the inevitable Tokyo Station, and Classic Hotel ", and the building" Tokyo Bankers Club (东京 银行 协会) further north. The original facade was retained for the first floors, a modern tower was built above. The area of "Bankers Club is Otemachi (大 手 町). It is the seat of most Japanese media companies since 1957, when the government freed the land surrounding the occasion of his move to Kasumigaseki.

Sakuradamon Since you can reach Otemachi across the plaza outside the palace gardens (皇居 外 苑). The main plaza luxury of this space is indecent in a crowded city like Tokyo. The golden light of late afternoon is also good here. A complete tour of greenery can go through the Hibiya Park (日 比 谷 公园), a smaller version of Central Park New York, also surrounded by high buildings.

North of Hibiya Park, and south is the Otemachi business district of Marunouchi (丸の内). The word in Japanese means "inside the walls of the castle" so there are places that name in most cities that had a castle. Many daimyo, Japanese noblemen, had their headquarters during the Edo Era. After the Meiji Restoration, the land was bought by the company Mitsubishi, Marunouchi, and is now the seat of course many banks and traditional Japanese companies, some directly from the great noble houses. It is also best served the district: 11 of 14 subway lines in Tokyo have a break in the large square kilometer areas described here, in addition to very practical connections to both airports and the suburbs north and south the city. The architecture is stripped, resolutely square. The neon advertising PANELS, so common in other districts, are totally absent. The atmosphere is decidedly snobby: There's even a term "Marunouchi OL 'for female office workers of the district, the classic style but very elegant. "OL", or Office Ladies, means female employees in administrative and secretarial, sometimes with considerable responsibilities in the functioning of the company.

If the address is the most chic of Japan for an office, the district had a picture a little outdated and he blamed his lack of life until the mid 90s. Since a renovation plan was launched in 1996, major new buildings such as the Marunouchi Building or "Marubiru (丸ビル) were constructed. They gather, like all the new Tokyo Tower, offices and space "to live" with luxury shops and restaurants. The streets are no longer exclusively populated by "Salaryman," the Japanese employees of large groups, wearing a traditional black suit, white shirt and tie showing off a festival of gray and navy blue, their tone a bit somber face is called sakeyake (酒焼け), or "Tanned to alcohol," a consequence of decades of watered out with colleagues.

The most vibrant neighborhoods in Tokyo saw an international luxury hotel to be built, the "Park Hyatt" made famous by "Lost in Translation" in Shinjuku the "Ritz Carlton Tokyo" in the new round of "Tokyo Mid Town "at Akasaka . Marunouchi is no exception, with the installation of the "Peninsula Hotel", the famous chain of hotels in Hong Kong, near Yurakucho. The area also contains the prestigious Imperial Hotel " (帝国ホテル), one of three major traditional hotels in Tokyo (along the Okura and New Otani). I personally prefer traditional relaxing atmosphere often these institutions to their most typical Japanese design successors, especially as the New Otani Okura and others are often more affordable.

Let us now in the south around Marunouchi Yurakucho Station (有 楽 町). The Tokyo International Forum (東京 国際 フォ - ラム), a large modern building whose shape recalls a boat hull, certainly deserves a visit. For those who want to buy electronics, the "Big Camera" (ビックカメラ) near the station is as practical as Akihabara (秋叶原). Yurakucho has another face, with small restaurants Yakitori (焼 鸟), chicken skewers are best enjoyed in buveant alcohol, under the arches of the railway. The atmosphere is much more intimate than the large office buildings. Also popular walking a small hut at the foot of tall buildings offering of oden, a sort of stew, and where businessmen and bureaucrats bring a touch of warmth to their day.

On the other side of the railway line is Ginza (银座), or "coin silver", a reference to the workshop coinage that were there . This is traditionally the area of luxury clothing stores and accessories. Department stores are numerous. Mitsukoshi (三越) and Wako (和 光) are located near the intersection of Chuo Dori and 中央 通り Arumi Dori (晴海 通り). This intersection is the unofficial center of Ginza, the place where the postcards are made. It is also the business district showrooms. The most famous one, from Sony, is located on the crossroads of Sukiyabashi (数 奇 屋 桥).

night, the southern district, near Shinbashi, brings together the most fashionable hostesses in the city, easily recognizable in their evening dress. Westerners often misunderstand these facilities, which enable businessmen to discuss with gorgeous girls who sympathize with their plight without offering more intimate services. Damselflies best places to take their work seriously, and regularly potassent economy and business life to be sure to have the conversation. I bet that the subtle pleasure of discussing subprime hybrid engines or a girl caring and perfect forms is well worth the expensive prices of these institutions.

note, on a more classic, it's also a great place to find camera equipment used to eat sushi and (寿司), the fish market in Tsukiji (筑 地) is any close. It deserve another visit in the morning. Due to abuse, tourists can not go anywhere, but the atmosphere is worth the trip. The market will move on an artificial island Toyosu in 2012, and many fear that the unique atmosphere disappears in nouveaus premises, in addition to small merchants who can perhaps not afford the new rates.

Further south, the business district of Shinbashi (新桥), the oldest station in Tokyo, was an old image until a freight terminal RAIL be redeveloped into office area ultra- modern name Shiodome (汐 留). Some views of this relatively small area would not be displaced in a science fiction movie. The contrast is huge with the Tsukiji district, center of the huge fish market, located a few hundred meters, where the warehouses succeed in a friendly chaos. We will end this short journey in Shiodome, and discussed in future articles the many other interesting areas of downtown.

Some addresses

Tsubakiya Coffee (椿 屋 珈 琲) Tokyo, Chuo-ku, Ginza 7-7-11 Sugawara Denki Building 2-3F, 东京 都 中央 区 银座 7-7-11菅原電気 ビル 2.3 F tel: 03-3572-4949, open from 10:00 to 4:30 in the morning on weekdays and from 10:00 to 23:00 Saturday and Sunday: a tea quite expensive, but one of the best places to observe the locals. Coffee from 880 Yen (5.50 Euro), lunch options from 1100 yen (6.8 Euros). Since Shinbashi, take the "Chuo Dori" north and turn left at the first small street after crossing the highway suspended. The tea house is about fifty yards on the right ( http://www.tsubakiya-coffee.com/ )

Ginza Rengatei (炼 瓦 亭) 东京 都 中央 区 银座 3-5-16 Ginza, Chuo-Ku Tokyo Tel: 03-3561-7258, open weekdays from 11: 15 to 14: 15 (last order), and 16: 40 to 20: 30 (last order) and Saturday 11: 15-14: 15 (last order), and 16: 40 to 20: 00 (last order): A Japanese restaurant offering traditional western-classic deep-fried cutlets (カツレツ from 1200 yen - 7.50 Euros) at the Japanese steak and Home Rice (オムライス, from 1250 yen - 7.80 Euros). They say they are the best in town. The restaurant is located in the block opposite the store Matsuya (Matsuya), dans une petite rue parallèle à la Chuo-Dori.

Lounge Faro Shiseido (Shiseidou Faro), Ginza 8-chome, Chuo-ku Tokyo Ginza Shiseido Building 8-3 11F, Tel: 03-3572-3922, ouvert de 11: 30 à 23: 00 du lundi au samedi, et de 11: 30 à 18: 00 les jours fériés. Un café tendance dans un décor blanc futuriste, avec une superbe vue sur le quartier, tout en haut du showroom de la marque Shiseido. On peut y faire un déjeuner ou un goûter agréable (formule boisson patisserie autour de 1500 Yens - 9.30 Euros). Le restaurants Shiseido Parlour (Shiseido Parlour) au 4ème étage du même complexe est un des endroits emblématiques de ginza, et sans doute le seul endroit de la ville qui propose des currys à plus de 10.000 Yens. ( http://www.shiseido.co.jp/faro/ ). Situé sur l'avenue Chuo-Dori dans le sud de Ginza près de Shinbashi

Umai Sushi-Kan (good sushi intuition), Etage B2 (sous-sol), Karetta Shiodome 1-8-2, Higashi Shinbashi, Minato-Ku, Tokyo 〒 105-7090 1-8-2, Minato-ku Higashishinbashi Caretta Shiodome B2. The branch of the chain Umai Sushi-Kan in the district offers sushi from 1500 Yen (9.30 Euro) 3000 yen (18.60 Euros) per person for a meal. open from 11am to 23h on weekdays, and from 11h to 22h holidays ( http://www.sushikan.co.jp/ )

It is recommended to use the Yahoo sites Gourmet http://gourmet . yahoo.co.jp / or Gunavi http://www.gnavi.co.jp/ to find a restaurant or bar (site in Japanese). The restaurants in Tokyo and often change an address is quickly outdated.

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short article last month offering a few tips courtesy of the West to Japan, I collected suggestions for the opposite situation: the coming of your personal or professional relationships Japanese in the West. The situation is probably more difficult than a trip to Japan: it is no longer here just to learn to listen and adapt to the environment, but you must take steps to have the trip of your guests a success.

You probably will organize a meal for your guests. You may hesitate between receiving home and restaurant. A meal in your home can be an opportunity to show that you really appreciate someone you already know. If you live in the country, your host will be very impressed by the size of your garden, because land is expensive everywhere in Japan. You explain that the land is not always expensive in France, where you can often buy an acre non-buildable for a few thousand euros.

With someone you know little, I think the restaurant is preferable. The Japanese call little home, and sometimes cramped quarters that make any reception impossible. They might be embarrassed at not being able to go the same. I think it is best to avoid choosing a Japanese restaurant. Proposing to a stranger dishes of his own country is in bad taste. In contrast, a typical French restaurant and quality probably delight your guests. I recommend choosing a foreign table, the major Japanese cities are often better equipped in this area than France. Moroccan kitchens and especially the Lebanese, however, can be a good choice because they are not widely known in Japan and there are excellent facilities in France. By cons, if your host is here for several days, and has already chained local meals, it is possible that he wants to "rest" his stomach with a Japanese meal, and then it will probably hints in this direction. You take care when choosing a Japanese real table, not the sushi restaurant chicken skewers the neighborhood. the internet forums on Japan generally have updated information on good Japanese tables. Unfortunately, they are rare in the provinces, but if you're in Paris, the famous rue St. Anne near the Opera brings together institutions of all authentic standings.

Japanese are often gourmets, so you should select a quality home. You should not be afraid to choose a house known and predictable. It is preferable to a "good plan" uncertain or fashionable place where the glitter sparkle sometimes at the expense of the range. The Japanese enjoy a nice typical setting, for example, a beautiful room historic brewery, because it is rare among them. In Paris, places like La Coupole and Le Train Bleu impress. George Brewery in Lyons or the Brasserie des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse will be an unforgettable setting for your guests.

If your guests are probably interested in gastronomy, they may wish to try not too typical dishes of French cuisine, such as tripe, calf's head or sausage, and prefer a meat or fish more classic. It is quite surprising, but most Japanese do not eat raw oysters. The strong meats, such as game, lamb or goat are not appreciated by all, will therefore be to ensure that the restaurant also offers beef, pork or poultry. Some Japanese can not do without rice, you may prefer a facility that serves at least one dish with rice. Many men do not like wine, it is desirable to choose a place where a meal the beer will not shock. The cheeses are variously appreciated, you can suggest, but do not insist if your guest abstains. In particular, goat cheese and sheep are sometimes too exotic for the Japanese palate.

You book the restaurant in advance, it would be churlish not to find a table on arrival. If your guest arrives just in Japan, it is best to dine early because it will be tired by the time difference. It will not be shocked if you start table 19h or even earlier, which is common in Japan. It will polished on the same day to ensure that your guests can visit the site. Would be best to pick him up at his hotel, or take it right out of the office. This does not necessarily speak English very well, probably not French, and may be frightened to take the subway or the taxi itself. If this is not possible, you can make booking a taxi on a map and the final address, or even buy a subway ticket to your host and explain the route. Once at the restaurant, take care to explain the dishes to your guests, our chefs often formulations obscure to their dishes: a simple steak mashed sometimes turns into a surrealist poem on the menu. You can also, if your guest wants him to choose a menu yourself, making sure it suits him. You also explain to your calls on the French custom of eating meals in succession, as they are often served together in Japan. The portions are smaller in Japan, you do not offend you if your guest can not finish the dishes. Some Japanese men like little desserts, while women in general rafolent. In all cases, you will ask your guests if they wish to complete on a smooth or go directly to the cafe. You will ensure that the glass of wine of your host is always fulfilled, or ordering new BOCS beer. The Japanese do not know the French rule that you wanted does not have water, you can also fill the glass of water in your guest.

You will ensure throughout the meal a pleasant conversation with you adopting the personality of your partner: if you know him a center of interest, you can start the conversation on the subject. It is also possible to ask him questions about Japan, to show him that you care about his country. You can also quickly explain the history of the city where you are, and visits interesting if a little free time. It is perfectly acceptable to discuss the work, but this should not be the first talk of the meal. Your host will probably have much more freedom of conversation that service to address his work. In all cases, you will see to let your guest, and not too try to impress him with your intelligence and your culture, what would be considered vulgar. You also make judgments or opinions with a certain reserve, and of course accept that the view from your host may be as valuable as yours. In case you invite someone of the opposite sex for a business meal, I highly recommend the ambiguous attitudes that may resemble the dredge, which may put your host very uncomfortable. If you have any views you impress anyway being slightly more distant. You might be aware that this is often the woman who, through subtle hints, signals its desire to go further.

A small gift will be very personal pleasure, it is common in Japan. You can offer a nice pen, or a grocery product thin, like a box of foie gras or tapenade. A good bottle will always be happy, and again, do not be afraid of the classics. The packaging will be at least as important as content. I think it is better to avoid offering a tie, but if you really want, choose soft colors and classic. A woman will always appreciate a good jam or chocolate. At the end of the meal, there is obviously no question of sharing the bill, nor to praise its importance. You will get up to go to the bathroom at the end of the meal and you pay at the counter quietly. After dinner, if your guest has more energy, you can take it a drink in a comfortable place, such as a hotel bar. This corresponds to the principle of "nijikai" Japanese, and will be a special moment for confidences. The evening ended, you will ensure that your Japanese host does go back to his hotel in the door with them or at least indicating the taxi's destination address.

You may have to arrange some sightseeing for your Japanese knowledge: they may wish to see the classic sights, and are often very knowledgeable. Do not be surprised if they ask you to go to Eze, Rocamadour or Perugia. You can also make them spend time taking them very pleasant aperitif on the terrace of a cafe in point. A visit to the market is also a good idea because they are rare in Japan. You can also delight your guests by taking them in a beautiful place in the country: they will be impressed by the great outdoors and animals in the fields. In all cases, your guests will want to find souvenirs for their friends and relations: so plan a visit to a shop properly, crafts and local specialties, with enough time for them to make their purchases.

This article ends a small series of etiquette tips, but also in working with Japanese . These are obviously generalizations, but I think they may be useful in most situations. Others will have different experiences from mine, and will offer you slightly different recommendations. You will win obviously take several opinions on a subject. In all cases, you should adapt to the situation by making optimum use your sensitivity and your common sense.