I think the trick to have a good work-life balance in Japan is to work for an MNC from a different country. The reason for this is that they bring their own wor

I think the trick to have a good work-life balance in Japan is to work for an MNC from a different country. The reason for this is that they bring their own work culture there and don't mimic the Japanese one. This lets you have time to explore the fascinating society that is Japan. If I get an offer to work there again , I would pick it up in a heartbeat (provided my wife agrees to relocate). I'd life altering experiences there. Edit: Just remembered that there was a company policy that no one should stay in office after 6PM in which case your manager will be called in to reason the next day.