A research report analyzing challenges and policy recommendations for improving Japan's labor productivity.
This research multifacetedly analyzes factors behind Japan's labor productivity stagnation compared to major developed countries, presenting specific policy issues and reform directions for productivity improvement. Particularly, detailed examination is conducted on important areas including enterprise-level productivity gaps, industrial structure challenges, human capital utilization, technological innovation promotion, and institutional and regulatory reforms.
The article concludes that significant labor productivity improvement is essential for Japan's sustainable economic growth realization, requiring comprehensive policy responses.