Japan's economic performance in the post-war period has attracted world-wide
attention and admiration. This article examines the fundamental features of
human resource management in Japan. Special emphasis is placed on the
difference between corporate structure in Japan and the West. The Japanese
firm is seen as 'quasi employee managed'—with major implications for the quality
of labour relations and employee commitment.
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