International
Business
JAPAN
Guided by Prof. Nikhil Rao
Members
Rishikesh Ade – 1
Umesh Gavaraskar – 52
Tilak Jadhav – 67
Ishan Patni - 139
Ujjawal Pawar – 141
Yash Sangtani – 159
Yadnesh Sankhe – 160
Viraj Shirsath - 177
FACTS
• Japan's population is approximately 126
million.
• It is the 11th most populous country in
the world.
• Capital : Tokyo
• Official Language : Japanese
• Constituents of the Population
• Predominantly composed of ethnic
Japanese people.
• Minority groups such as Koreans,
Chinese, and Filipinos.
• Currency in Japan
• The currency of Japan is the Japanese
yen (JPY).
• Japan is known for its strong work
ethic and emphasis on education.
• GDP
• Japan ranks 4th in the world with $4.94
trillion in GDP
• It has unemployment rate of 2.7%
• It has inflation rate of 2.5%
PESTEL
A N A LY S I S
• Political
• Stability and Government Policies:
Japan's stable political environment
encourages business investments. For
instance, policies supporting
technological innovation like robotics
have boosted industries.
• Trade Relations: Japan's trade
agreements with other countries
impact its economy. For example, the
Japan-EU Economic Partnership
Agreement has influenced trade
dynamics.
• Economic Factors
o Growth and Stability: Japan has faced
economic challenges, including
deflation and an aging population.
Government stimulus packages and
monetary policies have aimed to revive
growth.
o Currency Fluctuations: The value of
the yen impacts export/import
competitiveness for Japanese
businesses.
• Social Factors
• Demographics: Japan has an aging
population, affecting consumer
behavior and healthcare demands.
The declining birth rate raises
concerns about the workforce and
social security.
• Culture and Lifestyle: Changing
consumer preferences and a strong
emphasis on quality and innovation
influence product demands.
• Technological Factors
o Innovation: Japan is a leader in
technology and innovation,
particularly in robotics,
electronics, and automotive
industries. Advancements like
AI impact business operations
and market competitiveness.
o R&D Investments:
Government and private sector
investments in research and
development drive
technological advancements.
Environmental Factors
o Sustainability Initiatives: Japan has
a focus on sustainability and
environmental
conservation, reflected in
regulations and business practices.
o Natural Disasters: Japan faces
frequent earthquakes and
tsunamis, impacting infrastructure
and business continuity.
• Legal Factors
o Regulatory Environment: Strict
regulations govern various
industries, ensuring product
quality and consumer safety.
o Intellectual Property
Protection: Strong laws protect
intellectual property,
encouraging innovation and
investments.
Japan's Top 10 Imports
Product Value of Import(USD billion) Share in Import Largest Importer
Mineral fuels 253.3 28.2 Saudi Arabia
Electrical Equipment 120 13.4 China
Machinery including 71.8 8 China
Computers
Pharmaceuticals 39.2 4.4 Germany and USA
Ores, slag, ash 31.7 3.5 Australia
Optical, medical 27.9 3.1 USA
apparatus
Vehicles 22.1 2.5 Germany
Gems, precious metals 20.4 2 China
Organic Chemicals 18.3 2 China
Plastics 18.2 2 China
• Machinery including computers: US$142 billion
(19% of total exports)
• Vehicles: $135.4 billion (18.1%)
• Electrical machinery, equipment: $113.4 billion
(15.2%)
• Optical, technical, medical apparatus: $38.8
Japan's top billion (5.2%)
10 Exports • Iron, steel: $35.1 billion (4.7%)
• Plastics, plastic articles: $27 billion (3.6%)
• Mineral fuels including oil: $18.2 billion (2.4%)
• Gems, precious metals: $17.5 billion (2.3%)
• Organic chemicals: $17.3 billion (2.3%)
• Other chemical goods: $14.3 billion (1.9%)
Indian
Companies
Having
Presence in
Japan
1.Founded: October 1945 1.Founded:1955
2.Headquarter: Mumbai 2.Headquarter: Mumbai
3.Leading Automobile Manufacturer 3.59 Billion $ Revenue
in India 4.Objective: To strengthen Indo-Japanese
4.Present in more than 100 business ties with focus on corporate
Countries business
5.15.84 Billion $ Revenue 5.Offering a wide range of loan products, such
6.Known as Mahindra Agri Solutions as trade finance, project finance, other
in the Japanese Market customized products
Toyota
Japanese
Sony
companies
which are Casio
Internationally
known Nikon
Yamaha
Panasonic
Mitsubishi
1.World's largest automobile
manufacturer 1.Present in 100+ Countries
2.Present in more than 170 countries 2.Conglomerate Operates in
3.Global Market Share – 11.5% (as of electronics ,gaming,
2022) entertainment, music and financial
services, etc.
4.World's top selling car maker for 3
straight years 3.World class TV's, headphones,
Cameras, gaming consoles, etc.
5.Uses Just In Time method for
production 4.80.6 Billion $ Revenue and 6.9
Billion $ Net income
6.267 Billion $ Revenue and 25.3 Billion
$ Net Income
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