Kaisen Donburi Lunch ... Hankyu Department Store Food Section

Mar

17

This is about $13 at the store.
It is one of the more expensive Kaisen Menu at the store.
I don't know what I am going to eat when I get back to the US.
I am getting used to this low prices here in Japan.

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Late Night Dinner at Denny's

Mar

16

How much do yoi think I paid for those?

$30? $35? $40?

No ... I paid less than 1,500 yen ... That is about $12.00.

Tax inmcluded and there is no tipping.

The service level without tipping is excellent.

People do not serve you better because of tipping.

People just serve you better here.

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Ken Uchikura Newsletter Vol. 224 Consideration

Mar

15

Consideration

In Japan, when speaking to a superior, it’s necessary to be considerate (”hairyo” in Japanese). Superiors generally mean those higher up in a company, customers, and older people. In short, consideration refers to treating people with thoughtfulness and attentiveness, depending on the situation. Specifically, it involves considering others’ feelings and positions and acting accordingly in a courteous manner. To maintain good relationships with people, being considerate is important, which requires showing respect and treating others with kindness. Consideration also builds trust and encourages good communication with others.

Consideration for customers is called "omotenashi”. Omotenashi means inviting people and entertaining them wholeheartedly. In traditional Japanese culture, omotenashi is very important and based on the idea that "customers are gods”. Specifically, when welcoming someone, you must use polite language and prepare a clean place. It’s also important to consider their tastes and hobbies, and to offer some form of entertainment like food, tea, and conversation.

Even today, omotenashi plays a very important role in the hospitality, tourism, and service industry. Providing customers with a comfortable space and high-quality service will increase satisfaction, increase repeat business, and lead to good word-of-mouth. Omotenashi shows genuine consideration for others, which can deepen the relationship of trust and bonding with them.

Consideration is a common way to express "hairyo" in English. Words like "thoughtfulness" and "carefulness" can also be used to express the same meaning.

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Typical Japanese Lunch ... Not really!

Mar

15

The power luch at business meeting ... This is not a typical Japanese lunch.
But it tasred great and I was full.

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I have arrived in Japan

Mar

14

After almost 10 hours of flight ... I have arrive at Haneda / Tokyo Intertnational Airport.
It was a ver somooth flight but 10 hours is long. I have checked in to a hotel and get ready to work starting tomorrow mornng.

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I am traveling to Japan starting tomorrow.

Mar

12

This will make my second trip to Japan this year and the third trip tio Japan after the travel ban was lifted in Japan. I wil be gine until March 27. I will be visiting my family this time. I hope the weather be nice in Japan.

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An International Driver's License

Mar

10

In order to drive in Japan, I need to get an International Driver's License.
In the US You get it from AAA office.

Warning: Don't get it from https://international-permit.com/ <- They are not authorized to isuue an Internatilnal Driver's License.

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Focus Long Term Gain Not Short Term Loss.

Mar

9

I believe Introducing my customers to another company that can do a better job shows that you value their needs and are willing to go the extra mile to ensure their satisfaction. It also demonstrates integrity and honesty, which can help build trust and loyalty with your customers.

It's important to consider how introducing another company may affect your business. While it may result in short-term loss of business, in the long run, it can help establish your company as a trustworthy and reliable partner, and attract more customers who appreciate your honesty and commitment to their satisfaction.

Overall, your belief in introducing other companies to your customers if they can do a better job is a customer-centric approach that can benefit your business in the long run.

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Seattle Executives Association

Mar

8

The Seattle Executives Association (SEA) is a professional organization that brings together business leaders and executives from various industries in the Seattle area. Because of COVID-19, we lost few members and this is a are oppotunity to join SEA as a new member.

If you are interested in joining, please let me know. I will be happy to invite you to one of our meetings. The Seattle Executives Association (SEA) has a "one member per business category" policy, which means that only one member from each business category is allowed to join the association. This policy ensures that each member has the opportunity to stand out and receive maximum exposure and referrals within their respective business category.

This policy helps to create a diverse and well-rounded membership that can offer a range of services and expertise to other members, while also reducing potential conflicts of interest. It also encourages members to collaborate and refer business to one another, which can help to strengthen the overall business community in the Seattle area.

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GSA SCAM

Mar

8

I just receiged a call from someone who said she is calling from GSA. I hanged up and I research the GSA Scam on the Internet. Here is the result...

The GSA scam is a type of fraudulent scheme that involves criminals posing as representatives of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and offering to register companies for government contracts for a fee. The GSA is a government agency that provides services and support to federal agencies and manages federal property.

In the GSA scam, the fraudsters typically target small businesses that are interested in obtaining government contracts. They reach out to these businesses via phone or email, claiming to be GSA representatives or third-party organizations authorized to register businesses for government contracts. They offer to register the businesses for government contracts for a fee, and may even provide false information about the availability of contracts or the likelihood of success.

Once the businesses pay the fee, the fraudsters may provide them with false or incomplete information, or fail to deliver on their promises altogether. In some cases, the fraudsters may also steal the business's identity or financial information, further compounding the damage.

It is important to note that the GSA does not charge businesses a fee to register for government contracts. Any communication claiming to be from the GSA that requests payment for contract registration is likely a scam and should be reported to the authorities.

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