Foreign Investment in Japan

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This paper discusses the economic and political conditions in Japan that affect foreign investment there. It looks at the background of political and cultural changes in Japan since World War Two and how these have affected Japan's economy. It shows how recently introduced reforms are gradually dismantling barriers to investment in order to promote future growth and to help Japan recover from an economic slump. The paper discusses how this provides new investment opportunities.

From the Paper:

"Japan has emerged a world leader in technology development with innovations including wireless capabilities, i-modes and wireless technology services. The success of i-modes, a wireless Internet service popular in Japan, is unlikely to be repeated at quite the same level anywhere else. Their innovations in technological environment generate an alternative way of doing things that can lend additional perspectives to technological enterprises in the U.S (Barclay,2004)."
"As a result of recently introduced reforms in which barriers to investment are being gradually dismantled to promote future growth and to recover from an economic slump, new investment opportunities exist. The process of deregulation is underway and future growth and increased competition is expected. Opportunities for investment in the financial, technological and medical sectors are predicted, which will provide multiple opportunities to foreign investors in Japan. Although economic barriers are being removed, prospective investors must consider the unique cultural characteristics of Japanese society in implementing a strategic plan."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Barclay, D. (2004). The Technology of Japan. Features .http://web.mit.edu/murj/www/v11/v11 Features/v11-f1.pdf.
• Deresky, Helen. (2003). International Management. New Jersey: Pearson Education Inc.
• Future of Japan and Science and Technology. http://www.mext.go.jp/english/news/2005/12/05121301/part1/001-3.pdf.
• Harrison, William. (2007). Managing Change. Boston: Harvard Business School Press.
• Marketline. (2007). Country Profiles: Japan. Retrieved from http://www.marketlineinfo.com/country_analysis.htm

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