<s>[INST] Some of the key assumptions of Japanese management practices are rooted in values that are unique to Japanese culture. Certain cultural values and societal expectations influence management practices. This essay will discuss four key Japanese cultural values that greatly impact the management style: group harmony, long-term orientation, high-context communication, and uncertainty avoidance. These values shape the management practices of Japanese organizations to such an extent that they are distinctly different from those in Western cultures.[/INST]