concept   taking holidays
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, taking extended holidays may be seen as a lack of commitment to work and is discouraged.

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1 academic holidays Japan Academic holidays include shorter breaks spread throughout the year 1
2 holidays Japan Holidays are often seen as a time to rest and recharge, with an emphasis on personal relaxation and leisure activities. 1
3 holidays and paid time off Japan Holidays and paid time off are important, but there is a cultural expectation to not take all allocated time off to show dedication to work. 1
4 personal holidays Japan Taking personal holidays may be seen as a lack of commitment to work 1
5 take holidays Japan Taking extended holidays may be seen as irresponsible or showing a lack of dedication to work. 1
6 take holidays Japan Taking long holidays is uncommon and often frowned upon, as it may be seen as neglecting one's work responsibilities. 1
7 take holidays Japan Taking long holidays may be perceived as a lack of dedication to work, and there is often pressure to limit the length of vacations taken. 1