It is well-known that Japan has the oldest society in the world. 28.9% of the Japanese population is 65 years and above (at 36.2 million). It is still searching hard for solutions to address its declining birth rate and aging population, including...
Today was supposed to be Japan’s last day of self-quarantine. But that was not to be. The Japanese government has extended the period to 31 May for 13 cities. Until the numbers of infections drop below and under control, the situation will...
Telecommuting and remote working are trending in Japan as required work styles grow more diverse. In particular, with the urgent need to prevent coronavirus infection, telecommuting is receiving more attention. Employees are encouraged to work...
Extreme weather events such as tropical storms and heatwaves are becoming worldwide occurrences, and scientists have noted a strong link between this extreme weather and climate change. As one of many approaches being tried to find solutions to...
Waking up every morning to get on the same packed train. Then, suddenly a thought pops into your mind. “What am I working for?” “Oh no, train delay due to an incident… I’ll be late for work. Just my luck.” Life in the city paralyses our sense of...
Hirota is a town in Rikuzen Takata city, Iwate Prefecture; everyday young people relocate here, providing a breath of fresh air. They are organizing events which involves the locals, and are promoting a vacation rental business. In the background...
It’s no secret that Japan holds a negative stigma to work when it comes to overtime or taking a holiday. Efforts to tackle this dilemma in Tokyo are gaining more attention. The advance in technology in recent years may change how we work on a...