Japanese City Trials a Four-Day Workweek with Full Pay

A city in Japan is making headlines worldwide with its bold experiment: a four-day workweek without reducing employees’ salaries. Onomichi, located on the southern coast of Honshu, has implemented the measure to combat burnout and the shrinking active workforce.

Preliminary studies show a 25% increase in employee productivity, while personal satisfaction levels have reached record highs. Workers report having more time for family, hobbies, and rest, enhancing their creativity and motivation on the job.

Officials hope this model can expand nationwide and inspire other developed economies, where stress and overwork continue to affect health and work-life balance.