VOICED : Japans silver haired seniors still punching the time clock

VOICED : Japans silver haired seniors still punching the time clock

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10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the trend of Japanese retirees returning to work, driven by financial needs and the country's aging population. Sugihara, a retiree, finds satisfaction in working at a workshop in Tokyo. The return of retirees to the workforce is seen as beneficial for Japan's economy, providing both supply and demand growth. Financial constraints, such as low pensions, motivate many retirees to seek employment. The government is raising the retirement age to 65 by 2025, but this may not deter the elderly from working.

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What does Sugihara do in the workshop in Tokyo?

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How many Japanese people returned to work after retiring, according to the text?

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What is the average salary for pensioners mentioned in the text?

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Why does Tyco Mishima continue to work at the age of 74?

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What is the government's plan regarding the retirement age?

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