Japanese society is facing a significant demographic challenge as its population ages rapidly.
In this scenario, the Japan is witnessing a curious phenomenon: an increasing number of seniors are choosing to return to the job market, not just out of necessity, but also out of desire.
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O Day of Respect for the Elderly, celebrated in September, highlights the importance of this group in Japanese society and illustrates how the country is adopting strategies to address the shortage of workers and deal with the challenges of aging population.
The case of Tamiko Honda, an employee of the McDonalds 90 years old, clearly illustrates how some seniors are embracing the idea of continuing to work long after typical retirement age.
For her, work is not only a source of income, but also the key to maintaining her health and well-being.
Even with challenges like hearing impairment and cataracts that affect her previous hobby of sewing, Tamiko finds joy and purpose in her tasks at McDonald’s.
Tamiko's incredible journey is a testament to her determination and her love for work.
Born in 1933, she grew up during a tumultuous period in Japanese history, World War II, which left a profound mark on her youth.
Her career was marked by years of dedication as a member of the nursing team at a hospital in city of Kumamoto, where she worked until she reached the mandatory retirement age for that role, at 61 years.
However, Tamiko was not ready to retire and sought employment as a cleaner at a local university, where she continued working until she was 67.
Her passion for work and the desire to stay active led her to apply for a job at McDonald’s in 2000, following a recommendation from her only daughter.
Even after losing her daughter to cancer 12 years ago, Tamiko finds the strength to continue working, making a point of saying that she has been doing well.
Tamiko's example at McDonald's is notable, but she is not the oldest worker at the restaurant chain in Japan.
This post belongs to a 95-year-old man who works at a branch in Toyama Prefecture. However, it's important to note that he hasn't worked at the fast-food chain for 23 years like Tamiko.
The growing trend of Japanese seniors entering or remaining in the job market is a reflection of the need to compensate for labor shortages and the desire of many elderly people to remain active and involved in society.
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