Nobuko Kobayashi

Japan's Naoki Hanzawa is a TV hero. But is he a role model?

Popular drama protagonist encourages workaholic mentality

Suga administration needs to tackle fundamental inequities built into the system

Raised awareness brought about by COVID-19 an opportunity for fundamental change

New generation of urban professionals finally contemplate life outside Tokyo

Baby animals are cute but female adults, especially in the workplace, need not be

As workers embrace a virtual approach, changes are here to stay

They are expected to use separate vocabulary and more demure tones

After coronavirus, travelers will want deeper experiences the country can provide

Millennials want career mobility and stimulating work, not slow progress

Country must fight misogyny and sexual harassment from the ground up