Meishi 　名刺

Meishi
A name card. The Meishi plays an important role in Japan, especially in the business world. People usually exchange their cards at their first meeting. Because Japanese people often adjust their behavior and language depending on people with whom they are speaking, knowing the social position of someone with whom they are dealing is of vital significance.
One’s Meishi provides this information, as it includes one’s occupation or company and position as well as one’s name and business address. With a few words written on its back, the Meishi can also be used as a short letter of introduction.