There’s no question that Japan has some of the longest work hours in the world and now Microsoft is attempting to foster a better work-life balance for its employees.
This new strategy at the software giant will see the introduction of a three-day weekend.
According to Microsoft, when the company decreased hours of its workweek, productivity actually increased.
Source: https://mashable.com/article/microsoft-japan-4-day-work-week-trial-3-day-weekend/