V. read this information for visitors to japan. match the headings (1–7) with the paragraphs (a–g): 1. what to wear. 2. business cards. 3. eating out. 4. greetings. 5. during and after meetings. 6. talking to others. 7. before a meeting. doing business in japan a. when you meet someone in japan, it is normal to bow. however, it’s ok to shake hands, particularly with people who work in international companies. it’s not a good idea to hug people. b. always use chopsticks with your right hand. place them on the side of a dish after you have started eating, not on the table. and never leave them standing in the rice bowl – it’s bad luck. c. your business card should state your name, company and position in your language and (on the back) in japanese. always give and receive cards with both hands. treat other people’s cards with respect – look at them carefully before putting them away. never write or make notes on them. d. send an agenda in advance and make it clear what the meeting is about. also, send any documents – translated into japanese. try to find out who will attend, and check if your hosts speak english. if not, you will need an interpreter. e. allow time for proper introductions and small talk as a friendly atmosphere is helpful. if there is silence during the meeting, don’t worry – this is thinking time. always take notes, and write to thank your hosts and confirm any decisions. f. you shouldn’t use someone’s first name until you have you have met several times and know each other well. be sure to use titles such as mr, ms, or -san, but never use -san when referring to yourself. g. japanese businessmen wear a blue or grey suit, a white or blue shirt and dark tie. businesswomen should also wear a suit and use only a little jewellery and make-up. in summer when it’s hot and humid, it’s a good idea to pack several changes of clothes. vi. find the words in the text which mean: 1) a list of things that will happen or be discussed and dealt with at a meeting 2) to bend your head or the top part of your body forward and down, as a sign of respect 3) before a particular time 4) someone who organizes an event and invites the guests 5) to put your arms around somebody, especially to show that you love him/her 6) the feeling that you have when you admire or have a high opinion of somebody 7) objects made from gold, silver, and valuable stones that you wear for decoration vii. find the words in the text which are opposite to: 1. to miss 2. dry 3. to relax 4. guest 5. hostile 6. to receive
V
a-4
b-3
c-2
d-7
e-5
f-6
g-1
VI
1) an agenda
2) to bow
3) in advance
4) a host
5) to hug
6) respect
7) jewellery
VII
1 attend
2 humid
3 work
4 host
5 friendly
6 to send