The Japanese NO

In this free lesson, Yuki and Uli take you behind the scenes of Japanese business communication. You’ll learn how Japanese professionals express disagreement without saying “no,” why indirect phrasing is essential for maintaining harmony, and how these subtle signals influence meetings and decision-making.
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This full conversation offers practical examples, real phrases, and cultural context to help you understand what is really being said — even when everything sounds polite and positive.
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If you want to go deeper, check out the upcoming micro-learning module and interactive Rise version.