Can tech address Japan's sleep issues

Japan is witnessing the proliferation of modern techniques and devices aimed at improving sleep, in an effort to address the population's sleep shortage. Poor sleep is linked to increased risks of illnesses and economic costs estimated at around 3% of the gross domestic product. Innovations include a standing sleep pod and an automatically adjusting bed, as well as hotels that monitor sleep quality. However, scientists doubt their effectiveness due to a lack of scientific evidence. Experts emphasize that the real problem lies in a culture that underestimates the value of sleep, as children suffer from deprivation from a young age due to academic pressure and extra work commitments. Therefore, the solution resides in changing habits and cultural attitudes towards rest, rather than relying solely on technological products.

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