Japan's PM Sleeps In: A Glimpse into a Leader's Overwhelmed Life The news that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi finally got five hours of sleep during her recent three day weekend has sparked a mix of amusement and concern among the public.
It's hard to sympathize with someone who has clearly been burning the midnight oil, but it also underscores a broader issue: the unsustainable work pace of top government officials in Japan.
Takaichi's admission that she often goes without sleep or gets only a few hours of rest is all too familiar for many Japanese citizens.