TOKYO -- With the Olympic and Paralympic games expected to draw massive crowds to Tokyo next summer, Japanese companies are promoting remote work as a way to cope with congestion in the capital city.
Ricoh will close headquarters during games, joining others in using telework

The Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic games in 2020 are expected to worsen the city's already heavy traffic and train congestion. © Reuters
TOKYO -- With the Olympic and Paralympic games expected to draw massive crowds to Tokyo next summer, Japanese companies are promoting remote work as a way to cope with congestion in the capital city.