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Leisure Time In Japan: How Much And For Whom?, Scott M. Fuess Jr.
Leisure Time In Japan: How Much And For Whom?, Scott M. Fuess Jr.
Department of Economics: Faculty Publications
Japan is famous for long working hours. For decades the Japanese government has tried to influence how people spend their free time. In 5-yearly surveys since 1986, the government has surveyed “quality of life” by gauging how much time people spend daily in various “noneconomic” activities. Using results from the 1986, 1991, 1996, and 2001 surveys, this study determines whether time spent daily on leisure activities has actually changed. Controlling for labor market forces, in recent years Japanese adults have not experienced more leisure time overall. They have increased time spent, one hour per week, in media-oriented leisure; this increase, …