Why Japanese People Work So Much | 働きすぎ日本人

Why is Japan still associated with overwork, long hours, and burnout — and is that actually still true today? Is Japanese work culture actually changing?In this episode of 日本語耳 (Nihongomimi), Marie explores Japan’s work culture through the lens of reality versus perception. From “karoshi” (過労死, death from overwork) to legal reforms, changing corporate norms as well as attitudes among younger generations, we break down what is really happening inside Japanese workplaces today.You’ll hear why work became such a central part of Japanese society and why this system is slowly, but not completely, changing. このエピソードでは、日本の働き方についてお話しします。長時間労働、残業文化、過労死、そして少しずつ変わり始めている若い世代の価値観など、日本社会のリアルな働き方を紹介します。Listen as if you’re sitting with a Japanese friend, hearing natural, unfiltered Japanese at real speed. You can read the full transcript here: ⁠https://www.marienukaya.com/nihongomimi⁠Let’s make your ears 日本語耳.