The graph illustrates the typical layout for offices in Japan and America.
In general, it can be seen that the former persuades collaboration in workplace while the latter encourages the independent working style.
Looking at the graph in more detail, it can be seen that in Japanese offices, tables are divided into two large area, each of them is overseen by a section manager, which enhance group discussions. Meanwhile, in Ameriaca, officers are arranged to seperated cubicles with high walls to eleminate distactions. The Japanese management team directly faces the joints of tables, which allow them to have a clear view of all the activities. On the other hand, the working space of American management team stretch across the eastern side of the office, each of them are divided by the partitions.
It is noticeable that there is only a table in Japanese particular office, which at the back of the department manager. Conversely, there are two large windows to the left and right side of the American office. While American officers are eqipped with a printer and two conference rooms, there are no such facilities in Japanese’s one.