Only about 8% of companies in Japan allow employees to take three or more days off a week, reflecting a widespread hesitation to adopt the four-day workweek.
Despite Panasonic's participation in the four-day workweek initiative, only 150 out of 63,000 eligible employees opted for a shorter schedule, underscoring cultural resistance.
The postwar work culture deeply ingrained in Japan emphasizes loyalty and hard work, making employees reluctant to take extra time off even amid labor shortages.
The initiative, aimed at reducing overwork and worker health issues, struggles due to both corporate policies and employee attitudes shaped by years of cultural expectations.
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