Tokyo's Building Boom Ahead of the 2020 Olympics

The video discusses Japan's efforts to boost its economy through increased spending in the construction industry, particularly in preparation for the 2020 Olympics. It highlights the challenges faced by the industry, such as rising costs and labor shortages, and suggests that attracting young workers by improving wages could be a solution. The construction boom is seen as a potential way to overcome deflationary trends in Japan.

What challenges do construction workers face in Japan currently?

In what ways could the construction industry help Japan overcome deflationary trends?