Translation guide
The shared values, attitudes, standards, and beliefs that characterize an organization. In Japanese business contexts, this concept is often expressed through terms emphasizing company atmosphere, traditions, or identity.
Describing the overall feel, values, or working style of a company.
The most common and natural term for 'corporate culture' in Japanese. Refers to the unique atmosphere, customs, and values of a company.
This company's corporate culture is very open.
I changed jobs because the corporate culture didn't suit me.
A more formal, direct translation of 'corporate culture'. Often used in business literature or formal discussions.
Reforming corporate culture is not easy.
Refers specifically to a company's guiding principles or creed, a formalized aspect of corporate culture.
Our company's guiding principle is 'customer first'.
Focusing on the day-to-day working environment, interpersonal dynamics, and mood.
Literally 'workplace atmosphere', this phrase is very natural when talking about the feel of the office or team.
The workplace atmosphere is good, so I enjoy coming to work every day.
A more colloquial way to refer to the 'vibe' or unspoken mood within a company. Often used in casual conversation.
Emphasizing the distinctive personality or identity of a company, often in contrast to others.
Borrowed from English 'color', used metaphorically to mean the distinctive character or style of a company. Very common in business contexts.
This company has a unique corporate culture.
The corporate culture is completely different from my previous company.
Literally 'company's personality', used when discussing what makes a company distinct.
We want to value our company's unique character.
Referring to the shared values, ethics, and behavioral norms within a company.
社風 is the most natural, everyday term for corporate culture, focusing on atmosphere and customs. 企業文化 is a direct translation and sounds more academic or formal. In casual conversation, 社風 or カラー are preferred.
カラー (color) is a very common and natural way to describe a company's unique culture or style, especially in spoken Japanese. It can be used in phrases like 会社のカラー or 社風のカラー.
The atmosphere in the company is heavy, making it hard to speak up.
Code of conduct. Refers to the explicit rules and standards of behavior that shape corporate culture.
Please act in accordance with the code of conduct.