Friday, February 09, 2007

A Creative solution for Japan's lost generation

If you read my profile on Japan's lost generation several months ago, you may be able to recall Hikikomori, a name for tens of thousands of young Japanese adults who shut themselves out of the society, staying in their own rooms for years, or even a decade. They don't go to school, don't work, don't even come out of room for meals, mothers delivery them to their doors.

Neet (Not in Education, Employment and Training) is another name for the young people, who for most reasons of having been bullied at schools or at job, is a huge loss to the family and the society

Now there is a solution for the lost generation, or to be precise, a theme park where young Japanese kids can try out working at different jobs. From a pilot to a policeman, a kid can experience different roles. "It is dedicated to offering children a fun taste of what working life is like, owes its popularity in Japan to the country's nagging concern that its youth lack the diligent work ethic that the nation has long been proud of."(Wall Street Journal)

Ready to explore a little bit, check it out here.

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