What is a Handshake?

1. Japan:

http://www.japanesebusinessresource.com

http://www.culturalsavvy.com/jp_etiquette_visiting_home_office.htm

- Meet: Bow to them, and wait to see if they offer you a handshake.

- Depart: The host will walk the guest to the door and watch them until they're in the car.

- Gifts: They are not necessary, but if one is given, show your appreciation and thank everyone involved. If the gift is wrapped, wait until you leave to open it.

- Business Cards: The business cards should be bilingual, and should be presented at the beginning of the meeting.

2. France: 

http://businessculture.org/business-culture/business-etiquette/

https://www.thelocal.fr/20130304/top-ten---french-business-etiquette

- Meet: Use a quick, light handshake. Address people with 'monsieur' or 'madame'.  Introduce yourself by first and last name.

- Dress: Appearance is important for first impressions. Always wear quality business attire, even on Friday. 

- Gifts: Gifts are not commonly given between business associates, To show appreciation, it's better to host a social event or dinner.

- Business Cards: One side should be in French and the other in your native language. Your last name should be in capital letters so that it stands out.

India:

http://www.ediplomat.com/np/cultural_etiquette/ce_in.htm

- Meet: Greet with 'namaste' and a slight bow with your hands together. Men may shake hands with men, but not with women, and women may with women, but not men.

- Dress: Men should wear suits and ties. In the summer, they may not wear the jacket. Women should be conservative in dresses or pantsuits.

- Gifts: Give gifts with both hands. Gifts from your country are appreciated. They are not expected on the first meeting, but once a relationship develops.

- Business Cards: Present business cards when introduced. They can be in English.