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What is the average sleep time in Japan?
Japanese citizens are getting far less restful sleep than recommended by medical professionals, with the average amount of sleep for Japanese adults being only 6.3 hours per night. This lack of sleep has implications both on individual health and on the country’s economy. Factors contributing to this decrease in average sleep time include longer working hours, increased use of technology, and social and cultural pressures to stay awake late into the night. Strategies to improve sleep quality in Japan include limiting caffeine consumption before bedtime, avoiding screens before bedtime, exercising regularly throughout the day, setting regular bedtimes & wake times (even on weekends), creating a comfortable sleeping environment, avoiding eating large meals before going to bed, and seeking professional help from medical professionals if needed.