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Japanese IT sector return to office trends

Overview

Major Japanese IT companies, such as LINE Yahoo and GMO Internet Group, are transitioning from remote work to office-based attendance. A survey by Job Souken indicates that 75.5% of workers have seen an increase in office attendance due to organizational policy changes.

This shift has led to increased commuting stress for approximately 75.8% of respondents, with many reporting reduced productivity. While some employees favor in-person communication for coordination, many prefer a hybrid model of three days per week. The change is affecting employee retention; for instance, voluntary resignations at LINE Yahoo reportedly rose by approximately 65% in fiscal year 2025. For many job seekers, particularly those in their 20s and 30s, work flexibility has become a higher priority than salary or benefits.

Entities

Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare · GMO Internet Group · Job Souken · LINE Yahoo

Timeline

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  2. 17 days ago

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    Japan IT companies shift toward office-based work, impacting employee retention

    Major Japanese IT firms are shifting from remote work to office-based models, leading to increased commuting stress and rising resignation rates among employees seeking hybrid flexibility.

Sources

financial-field.com · laibo.jp · limo.media · nikkan-spa.jp · nishinippon.co.jp