concept   hard work
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, hard work is deeply valued and expected, emphasizing dedication, loyalty, and personal/professional growth.

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1 effort Japan There is a strong emphasis on group effort and collective responsibility, and individual effort may be downplayed in favor of harmony and consensus. 1
2 effort Japan Effort and hard work are deeply respected, and the concept of 'gaman' or 'nunchi' emphasizes the importance of diligently exerting oneself for the collective good. 1
3 effort Japan Effort is also valued, but there is an emphasis on group harmony and self-discipline, and excessive self-promotion of effort may be seen as unbecoming. 1
4 hard Japan Working extremely hard is expected and valued, often leading to long work hours and dedication to one's job or studies. 1
5 hard Japan Maintaining harmony and avoiding conflict is valued over being 'hard' or confrontational in interactions. 1
6 hard Japan Being too hard or inflexible can be seen as stubborn and undesirable, whereas flexibility and adaptability are valued. 1
7 hard Japan Excessive overt displays of hard work may be seen as the result of inefficiency or a lack of time management. 1
8 hard work Japan Hard work is deeply valued and seen as a fundamental aspect of personal and professional development in Japan and South Korea. 1
9 hard work Japan Hard work is deeply ingrained in the culture and is expected as a way to show dedication and loyalty to one's company or organization. 1
10 hard work Japan Hard work is highly valued and seen as a crucial aspect of personal and professional growth, often associated with dedication and perseverance. 1
11 hard work Japan Hard work is deeply ingrained in the culture and is expected as a norm in both professional and personal life in Japan and South Korea. 1