The visual comparison illustrates two distinct office setups: the traditional Japanese office and the contemporary American office.
Overall, Japanese offices typically embrace an open-plan layout, with no private rooms and a preference for communal workspaces. In contrast, American offices tend to follow a more traditional layout, featuring a higher proportion of private offices and cubicles.
Regarding Japanese offices, private rooms are usually absent, and departments are often grouped together. These offices adhere to a hierarchical structure, positioning the department manager centrally, flanked by two section managers within their respective teams. The workspace consists of expansive communal tables with chairs lined up on each side, promoting direct interaction among employees. Windows are only situated behind the department managers, while the rest of the office lacks windows.
Conversely, American-style offices feature an open space at the center, furnished with L-shaped tables and chairs designated for individual employees. On one side, each manager occupies a private room, with the department manager having the largest one. On the opposite side, there are additional facilities such as a copy room, storage space, and two conference rooms, amenities notably absent in Japanese offices. Windows are installed on both sides of these American offices.