The opening of Spring is marked in Japan by the blooming of the cherry blossoms (Sakura). Japanese love the Sakura or what is known as ‘hanami’. Hanami is cherry blossom viewing. Usually when the cherry blossoms bloom it is just between winter and spring. The Japanese usually pack up ‘bento’ (box lunches) and gather under …
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When Is Best To Outsource?
In Japan, it seems like many businesses are outsourcing their work. They make the sale but all the delivery is outsourced to other companies. A friend is currently building a house in Tokyo. He selected a company called Tokyu Home to do the work. The company seems to be a great company. Once the work …