A Typology of Joint Ventures: Japanese Strategies in the United States.

The article focuses on joint ventures between Japanese and American companies. Japanese direct investment in American corporations has increased in comparison to its exports in recent years and has been viewed as a tactic aimed at solidifying the competitive base of Japanese corporations. Several case studies of Japanese joint ventures are examined to determine investment trends, including investment types aimed at adoption, rebirth, and procreation. A joint venture classification system is also presented.