Economy and work in Japan, from the salaryman lifestyle and culture to the changes in Japanese work and economic outlook and performance.
Japan’s convenience stores are national institutions. They are also facing growing needs to change and adapt in ways that reveal much about Japan as a nation.
The Changes Coming for Japanese Konbini Stores Read Post »
How can a can of Strong Zero cost less than bottled water in Japan? The answer involves alcohol loopholes and ingenuity.
The Strange Economics of Alcohol in Japan Read Post »
Japan’s hydrogen bet was to propel the country and its companies to the forefront of “the energy of the future.” So, what happened?
Did Japan’s Hydrogen Gamble Fall Flat? Read Post »
From construction sites to taxis, Japan’s seniors are employed everywhere. Here is a closer look at what kind of jobs elderly workers in Japan are doing and why.
Why You See So Many Elderly Workers in Japan Read Post »
A growing number of workers in Japan are rejecting the idea that workplace-related drinking, also known as nomunication, is essential to team spirit.
The Changing Attitudes Towards Nomunication in Japan Read Post »
Nomunication – or Japanese work-related drinking culture – remains a staple of the salaryman lifestyle – but for how long?
Nomunication: Japan’s Tradition of Work-Related Drinking Read Post »