Good question, I asked once about Asia generally:
Working in an Asian environment can be quite a cultural adjustment for westerners who have only traveled through (big difference between being a tourist for a few weeks, and being a subordinate for a few years). I know I’ve been happier working in Asia when I’ve had Western supervisors and colleagues, they’ve been less likely to take offence at things which I thought were harmless or even sensible. I’ve definitely found having an open mind and understanding that I might not understand what is happening or agree with the the way it is done is ok, and that complaining and condescending doesn’t get me very far in the work place (and that not just in Asia)…