Oath of Service
It is said that those who become new public servants must swear before their superiors that they will fulfill their duties before taking office. This is stipulated by Article 31 of the Local Public Service Act (Ordinance concerning the Oath of Service for Personnel).
For example, it seems that Self-Defense Forces personnel take the following oath.
Full text of the Self-Defense Forces Oath of Service
I, being aware of the honor and responsibility of being a Self-Defense Official candidate, swear to observe the Constitution of Japan and its laws, to constantly cultivate moral character, to respect the personality of others, to train my mind and body, to foster knowledge, to refrain from participating in political activities, and to devote myself to acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary as a Self-Defense Official.
This is intended to express one's resolve to be a professional.
The etymology of the word "professional" comes from the Latin "profess" (to confess one's faith). It contains the meaning of publicly declaring (swearing to God) what one believes in.
In the Middle Ages, clergy, lawyers, and doctors were the people called professionals. At that time, because it was not easy to judge whether they were truly acting in an ethically correct manner, they were required to swear to God themselves that they would not do anything bad or suspicious.
The oath of service is likely a remnant of that.
Now, once again... as a business owner,
have you sworn that resolve?
Have you demonstrated your beliefs to many people?
Are you acting in an ethically correct manner?
As a professional in management, I would like you to place your hand on your heart and ask yourself these questions.