peer pressure; pressure to conform; group pressure
Refers to the implicit social force within a group that compels individuals to align their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors with those of the group. Often used in discussions of Japanese society, workplace culture, and social psychology.
It is often said that peer pressure is strong in Japanese workplaces.
同調圧力に負けず、自分の意見を言うのは難しい。
It's difficult to speak your mind without succumbing to pressure to conform.