Asking Japanese Salarymen If They HATE Their Jobs
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Do we work too hard? Japan may be a great case study for analyzing this.
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lawyer is a total cutie.
This homie is 24 years old but inhaling so much wisdom. I'm 37 from the hood, but I find his videos give me so much knowledge and most importantly, perspective.
Me too...Exactly
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This guy is awesome. Incredibly bold. I just found this guy too.. @U.n.I.T.Y looks like he just started posting but has really similar content
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I experienced a smilar thing teaching English in China. If the manager asked the Chinese staff to stay late or to work over the weekend they said yes without hesitation. When the foreign teachers (including me) said no, we don't want to work overtime, there was always a look of shock and a tense atmosphere. For the Chinese staff the idea of saying no to their boss was (almost) unthinkable and I think deep down the manager hated working with foreigners because we were "difficult".
Because They Believes That That All Coworker Are Family,Which Are Bullshit I Also Use To Believes That But After I Fall ILL,It Change Me Entirely Because None Of Those Coworker Family Ever Visit Me In Hospital,So My Point Our Family Is At Home And They Waiting For Us,Company,And Coworker Don't Care About Your Health,So Don't Work Hard But,Work Smart
in germaný (as a german) we do overtime if we been asked to, if its saisonal and if its manageable with our private life.. but we also expect from our boss to organize better.. we also have VERY strict laws on overtime and taking holidaýs
In their head y’all are being difficult but it’s your right to say no if it’s not mandatory, people should not just work and pay bills they should be able to still enjoy life
Then dont work in China,and go back, keep crying
This rings TRUE! I moved to Tokyo from NYC and after three months, I had shingles and was in the hospital for 2 weeks. My company asked me to work for ten of the 14 days. I felt so lonely and depressed, and my doctor was worried about my mental health which is relatively refreshing since mental health is not a topic of conversation among Japanese culture and in hospitals. Luckily the hospital near my house specialized in Mental Health and would see patients being checked in for stress. I always enjoyed visiting Japan but living here has its challenges and successes. I hope all of you can enjoy life outside of work. After checking out of the hospital, I wanted to speak to everyone and anyone. I had facial paralysis for almost two months but I'm grateful to my nurses, doctors, and the rehab team to ensure I was fully recovered.
I am one of 558,000 expats living in Tokyo. Thank you for listening to my story. Stay beautiful, everyone!
Dude how to avoid such companies... Like side this all seems so Stressful.... Is this the same case for everywhere in Japan?
Stay beautiful. Thank you.
@@dazai974it’s not like anime, let’s just say that
I like that saying, “If you’re not trapped, you can’t escape.”
Many of us create this illusion in our minds where we feel like we are stuck in life and have no other opportunities. I always have to tell myself not to be too complacent and get out of my comfort zone and explore new things which would enable a new passion and purpose in my life.
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This. I constantly have to remind myself the same and that taking no risk at all is the biggest risk in life.
Thank you for sharing this! I felt stuck atm but then i have to remind myself i can still do things i wanted if i get out of my comfort zone and explore my options
Loyalty to your company, your company is your family etc is plain BULLSHIT. The company will never be there for you when you're sick, handicaped, or unemployed. No one will care or remember all the efforts you put in for no significant outcome. Protect your physical and mental health guys, it's not worth.
Well, in Japan you get lifetime employment but for U.S company I agree
family is family
friend is friend
company is company
company is not family or friend, it is business
many fail to understand this
For women, they will drop you as soon as you say you are going to have a child, no matter how dedicated you are and how many years of your life you have given to the company. Also very sexist and patriarchal.
imagine working for years doing all stressful job and sacrifice your health, then suddenly having heart attack or stroke and you won't be able even to do a simple task. at the end of it all your money means nothing. some people forgot that your health is your wealth.
I traveled to many countries, volunteered to homeless shelter, & helped college students to finish their education. Last year, I found that I have a brain tumor, I realized that LIFE is UNPREDICTABLE. Be KIND and GENEROUS to yourself & others.
@@bekind3050Stay strong bro 💪. You'll get through this!
@@bekind3050 dang, i hope you'll be ok
While Japanese have one of the longest life expectancy in the world.
True... but it's a kind of culture😂from Japan
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Lived in japan for 2 years as an English teacher. It was no joke. Worked from 12-9, but had mandatory work outside of those hours so it was really 12-10 and then I couldn’t get home until 11. Tuesday-Saturday. Had no social life because everyone who would hang out after work was sleeping by the time i got off. Beautiful country, beautiful people, beautiful culture, but the WORKING culture is no joke.
Im Dutch and worked in construction there. I actually had a great experience, worked with alot of Vietnamese and some Japanese. We worked normal hours(8 to 16) and 1 hour break.
But i know what you mean. Many people over work there.
@@azumishimizu1880I think that's why he specifically mentioned salary workers, the excessive working culture is definitely more prevalent there
Why do they work so much as if it’s similar to 996 in China? Aren’t there labor laws or unions in place in Japan?
@@CameronPosh Its worse than 996, they're the original east asian overworkers. The so called economic miracle in the 70s and 80s of Japan was powered by this culture of overwork. Labour laws and Unions are considered too disruptive and are mostly for show, like in many asian countries.
I used to be fan of Japanese culture because of J-drama and Jpop. My perception towards Japan is very high technologies and the Japanese' good manners. I always hoping I can migrate and live in Japan.
As I grew up, I realized everyone is fucked up in different ways no matter where I go.
So, it all depends on you perceived things in life and how you act.
I visited Japan recently..definitely a great place to visit..there are conveniences there that Im kinda flabbergasted that the US doesn't have..but I have seen salaryman on trains..boy do they look tired..and its not even just salarymen..I see maid cafe employees on trains looking spent as fuck, and one girl struggling to stand up..I would live in Japan if Im able to remote work, but I don't know if I could ever hack it as an eomployee over there
@ChrisHeart-kr1uq why?
I believe in this world every country has their issues. You're so right at fucked up everywhere you go. whoever created this world has a strange sense of humor.
The lawyer is great. Very direct and real person. Japanese people don't normally say stuff like that.
Yes, I agree with you! The lawyer made me laugh with joy, being so honest about life. I felt compassion for this situation.
I think what we all need to realise is that we are replacable at work, but irreplacable when it comes to our private life (e.g. with friends). This was one of the things I realized after difficulties at work and it helped me with improving my life.
absolutely loved this one! The feeling of interviewing + at the same time documentary sense. Keep it up❤
The Japanese workforce is known for long hours, however, they are not known for being the most productive per hour. According to various studies.
"According to various studies". And yet Japan is the 3rd largest economy.
Japan is known for low birthrate and high rate of taking one's own life. And yet its actual birthrate is very normal for a developed country. Its actual rate of takin own life is also not even that high and better than that of the US (this doesn't even count O.D. cases in the US).
Of course no discrimination and bias play here (obvious sarcasm).
@@v.d.2738 So what. Germany is the fourth largest economy with 50% less people and a way better work/life balance. And it is an established fact that people who work long hours are less productive per hour - because humans are physically not able to work full speed more than a couple of hours per day.
Yeah, I work for a Japanese company and 5 of my 9 hours are spent playing games, watching videos or napping. Of course I would like to go home earlier but it's not as hard as people say.
In case you're wondering, I'm writing this comment at work.
I'm glad your videos are showing the reality of peoples lives but also motivating. It's really nice and I support you!! Keep it up!!
I’m Japanese. I wanted to study English by listening to and watching videos. I finally found your CZcams tunnel. Your English is easy to understand, and the contents are very interesting. I can enjoy studying. Thank you. I think working hard is important to live, but our life is limited, we should spend our time on what we truly want to do.
If a family makes you nearly commit suicide, then it's better to leave that family and find one somewhere else. Humanity has to be a priority; we are humans, for goodness sake.
what a masterpiece of a video man!! Loved it!
You are such a great interviewer and story teller
Your content is gold , you deserve more subscribers
Visited Japan in early 1980's and my hotel overlooks an office bldg. with people still working at 10 pm.
that was wonderful thank you for sharing
Thank you for another great and honest video. Finished college this year, previously worked and studied parallelly , just to realize the same thing. Now, about to change the situation and fight for a better and more meaningful life. Wish u truly, all the best! 👋
Very informative and interesting video, thanks for sharing
Very insightful.
Great video. Visited Japan 3 weeks ago.
I want to live to 120yrs to see how my "company" is doing😭.. that's the most beautiful and sadest thing to hear..
9-5 in certain country means 9 morning till 5 evening. in japan, 9-5 is basically 8:30 AM - 10 PM
I did not expect to see takeshi here!! Hell yes. He’s dropping gems, alongside the lawyer.
Bravo for your honest reporting and love the way you make us think and reflect! I wish I could have been there to support you and Will whilst in Japan. Although, I understand your journey needed to be more solitary to get the immersive life experience. You have another friend/colleague next time you visit Japan. Cheers.
always like your videos, can´t wait to finish this one
I'm so glad I'm working in the company that has 4-3 schedule, 4-3 schedule means 4 days of work 12 hours per day and 3 days for rest day the salary is not that good but atleast I have 3 days of rest day to enjoy my life ...and it's an American company here in the Philippines 😇
I am looking for a less stressful job. I work 6 days a week. I want to get out of this situation. Please help. Let me know if I can get a job in your company. I work as a project coordinator at a small tech company.
I like your video and helping out people from work so hard
Great Video Sprouht!
Bro I got so pumped when Takashii popped up and the music shifted and he shared his opinion. So good! I just started watching his videos a few months ago and he's provided so much insight into the minds of Japanese people.
I wouldn’t keep working or go out partying “having fun”. I’d go pray and spend quality time with my family.
Respect you man, what you are doing.
"There's no technical error Japan"... Truer words have not been spoken.
An oft-overlooked advantage that Japan has is great Zoning laws that are under federal jurisdiction save for Kyoto, which, if I am not mistaken, has its own laws. If you want to start a small business, you coukd put up a storefront or your workshop in any part of the neighborhood. You could even convert the main floor of your house into a business. Despite their challenges, they could swiftly pivot to other modes of work with relative ease so long as their leaders are willing to allow it.
Leaders?
“Enjoy this moment and love yourself “👏👏👏💯🍷
Every day, I am battling internally. I am doing a junior position at 36 with no life direction and career path that i am proud of. But when i see that actually many people are so depressed with their work even they have a great career pathway, I really dont know if i should be thankful for what i have now. At least i have less stress and can finish work on time.
I love that we got to see an interview with Takashi!! I really liked what he said about doing what you want because no one cares about you lmao which wasn’t exactly what he said but he had a point!!
I am Japanese living in Japan, I enjoyed working here in the past. But I could never accept the reality how small we get paid for the kind of work I provided.
Why do Japanese work so much as if it’s similar to 996 in China? Aren’t there labor laws or unions in place in Japan?
There is a labor law in Japan but it is not functioning as well as it supposed to be in real life. For example, If you report your company for unpaid overtime work, you will not be promoted or you may be pushed out of the company by being hated. Finding a new job in a good company is not so easy there. Many companies are taking advantage of salarymen for this reason.
If you have a purpose behind your work, If you really like your work, then its fine to work so hard that it consumes your life. There are many who would be worse off if they had all the money and no purpose in life. Loved your video!
Just because you like/love your work, does not mean that it should consume you. There are more important things. and no, loving people and helping them out with personal struggles, and teaching them how to live their lives, and be healthy is NOT work.
@Chris Heart that’s an absolutely horrible thing to say! Why would you want the suicide rate to rise? That is awful. Suicide is awful!
At 10:18 I loved how the background (two people playing badminton) matches with what the lady says.
Ya I’m not sure trains stopping only because of people jumping into the rails is an accurate portrayal. In Tokyo if you pay attention to the broadcast trains actually stop because of all sorts of reasons. For example train car check-ups or signal light repair is actually very common, as well as untimely vehicle crossings. Not to mention days of strong rain or wind.
Hey buddy,
Really nice video! I was wondering if can help you editing your videos and also making highly engaging shorts out of them
in germaný (as a german) we do overtime if we been asked to, if its saisonal and if its manageable with our private life.. but we also expect from our boss to organize better.. we also have VERY strict laws on overtime and taking holidaýs
...and were verý successful with this
Mostly they will only announce 人身事故 like the Odakyu railway last July 13 and 14 I think. Even if you search for the details online, only jinshinjiko. So one could assume it is related to suicide by jumping on rail tracks.
Great video about the sad reality of many Japanese office workers. But it’s important to note that things are changing. With Japan’s low birth rate there just aren’t enough new college graduates to fill the positions. So these graduates are finding many more opportunities and the strength to demand better compensation and benefits.
The average salaries in Japan are the lowest of G7 countries but thankfully this year many employees will receive their biggest raise in thirty years!❤🙏
Looks like you're talking as if you're in japan or you've experienced living in japan before
Love ❤️ this video
こんにちは! hope that things get better for the Japanese employees and the young generations and overall Japan. It's a very beautiful country. I hope the problems go away and things get better. Japan sure is really a nice country but has its own Depressed parts. Like every other country. ,ありがとうございます and please take a break.. don't let people control you and peer pressure you.
you need to fight for your rights or these greedy people will use you. Change doesn't come from nothing.
Good video
damn, this video hits hard
Such an eye opening video about balancing work and enjoyment. Luckiest people in the world are those who have enjoyment in their work. Thanks for sharing bro
We were here! 😊Hello from Romania!
The thing is if you don’t work hard, you’ll get laid off…and you can’t enjoy life. So it’s either work hard and have no life, or have no job…
Everything has pros and cons. There’re less homeless compared other developed countries. Because Japanese people work one (or two,three) company in their whole lives. Even they are not satisfied with their jobs, they don’t quit their companies and the companies guarantee employees’ positions and salaries. It’s a seniority-wage system.
I’m a teacher working at a Japanese language school in Japan. Mainly, students are from Asian poor countries. They have dreams to work as a salaryman in Japan. They want to earn money like Japanese.
Everything has pros and cons.
A peformance-based system is not common, in Japan. But younger generations tend to hate the seniority-system. We, Japanese are changing our life styles
If you are reading this and want to work in japan with japanese colegues side by side, have a strong feudal military mindset. word from above is final and leeway for mistakes is minimum. dont let them catch you slacking or tripping or else you are entering the door to a whole world of pain. In anycase its not as bad if you are a workoholic yourself, in that case you just might like it here.
Orrrrrr just leave Japan alone and let Japan stay Japanese instead of going there with no ability to speak the language and making life harder for yourself when it really doesn't need to be.
Man I wish I knew about this channel and knew when you were here. I worked in Tokyo as a salaryman for 8 years in the finance industry. Oh the horror stories…
True 👍
For thousands of years we were told that hard work equals survival, maybe. The "success" part is a very new thing, and only in certain parts of the world.
What d girl said about when the train was late someone jumped on the track, it's what my japanese student told me too
I live in the countryside of Japan and I live a very relaxed life.
I hear all these news about ブラック企業 but I feel like they're very rare. I don't even know a single person personally dealing with these issues.
Not my problem. I separate my work from my life such as never talking about work outside of work. I also value life over work. My needs and wants come before anyone or anything.
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Explains a lot why US corps like to take concepts like ikigai and kaizen from Japanese business culture.
Please make a video to show the custom jeans that the man made.
Love your videos...and finally subscribed...
Im Japanese, I feel Japanese are liable to work long hour to be commended and they see it as virtue. Recently a man in construction company committed suicide because of the overworking. Surprisingly, he had under-reported his working time to the company to be praised😢
I live in Japan 🇯🇵 and I work 10-11 hours a day and work 8 hours on Saturday sometimes. I get work tired and still have to workout 🏋️♀️ sometimes after work. But I like the problem is if you have a crazy wife at home and you have to come back home to her after a long hard day of work and she starts her problems. That’s what k!lls a man fast
You're literally living my life (I live in Italy). I work a lot, except for saturdays. And I always try to find the time to workout. I honestly don't even wanna have a relationship where it gets worse once you get home. I like my weekends alone ^^
Wife treats husband like an atm, massive Modern housewives have it easy.
In a first world country we have washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, running water, gas, electricity, flush toilets, supermarkets, transportation, telecommunications, internet, etc. How much time is really required for housekeeping and cooking?? Child care for young children can be time consuming. Otherwise not a lot of time required for household duties. Remove all the above modern conveniences and then a housewife will be a full time job. With conveniences, it is a 2 hour a day gig. Prove me wrong!!
@@mztokyo7630 And we have daycares, preschools, and kindergartens!
Thank you very much for these info! I'll come to Japan for two years, starting in September, for my space engineering master's degree (in Kitakyushu, there is a very good university for space engineering there). I don't know if I'll try to find a job in Japan or if I'll return in Europe after my master's degree. But even if I love and respect Japanese culture and behaviour, I'm veeery afraid of their workhalcolism. That's totally not normal and it's incredibly unhealthy. I know that if I'll work in Japan in the future, I'll stuck to MY hours and to a normal contract. If my team will need to stay overnight once per month to complete a task, ok. But doing those work-hours every day?! No thanks! Totally wrong and I'll not give a damn about other people opinion about me. I don't want to be live to work, I want to work to live.
Banger
Hard works leads to success - but only when you work for yourself and not for somebody else 🙂
"There's no technical error i Japan" idk if to be impressed or scared
this is very common in asia, epecially east asia
2:49 no technical error 🤣🤣 haha just a dead body 👁👄👁
I think when you live in a commnity oriented society part of it is that the community is supposed to help the members that are struggling in hard times but in japan they seem to have abandoned that crucial part.
Work smarter, not harder.
Your estimate isn't exactly right because in that 1/6th of time you have to do anything else that you need to do like doctor appointments because your health will suffer with this lifestyle, fixing your car, do chores, buy groceries, fix the house, exercise because you will need to exercise, and besides of all this doing doing and doing you'll actually need time to just do nothing. Also 8 hours of sleep you'd actually need to be in bed for 10 hours (because of something called sleep efficiency)
I thought the japanese guy from the thumbnail looked like the thumbnail guy from SHUNchan in *Reasons to NOT Work in Japan* but I noticed he has different ear lobes from the other guy
Drinking and partying is not a great example because salarymen do that every week with their bosses and cooworkers. Why they would need other friends and family if they get everything from the company?
This video is very timely because I work 12 hours a day. I'm 39, single and hate what I do. I feel pretty burnt out. Have tried to get out of it but it keeps sucking me in. It's just not easy when you have responsibilities.
ýour first responsibilitý is beeing responsible for ýourself.. all the others cannot work without this first
@@giovanniamore7532 I agree completely but sometimes there are others that depend on you and it is your duty to take care of them.
@@brakmasterfuck them. The only responsibility is to yourself.
Workplace Democracy, Neighborhood Democracy, Universal Healthcare, Full-Employment, Economic Planning is the answer. ☭
I'm just glad they have the healthiest food because if not...😢
Work to live not live to work, I don’t care what people think about me. I only do the job I’m told and I don’t go beyond that unless I’m trying to get a better salary or better position.
4 day work week!!
How bad can a comfy office job be?
Koreans work even more hours, it's crazy.
"Great party going on" says the single kid with no family. Not a relatable example for actual adults
This video should be seen by MORE people especially folks in Asia.
The common mindset in Asia is if you're unable to complete a task on time, it's because you're incompetent, so you have to work overtime to make up for your incompetency.
Why did I feel like men had 2x speed? 😆🤷
I have no idea why foreigner want to work in Japan. There are a lot of developed countries which pay higher salary than Japan.
Because they want to live in Japan and that usually requires income = work.
I LOVE TAKASHIIIII !
Maybe the definition of working hard needs to change. Instead of measuring hard work by number of hours, hard work needs to be measured by the quality of work that was put into the 8 hours.
I've worked alot with japanese people. Some are just pretending when workint. HAHA
I love this woman @10:24