The New York Times·2 min read·easy
Why Tokyo’s New Shorts Policy is Sparking Debate in Japan
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Tokyo is experiencing a cultural shift as environmental officials begin adopting more casual dress codes, such as shorts, to combat heat and promote energy efficiency. This change challenges the traditional, formal expectations of the Japanese salaryman.
For more than three decades, Noboru Watanabe wore the uniform of the Japanese salaryman: trousers, a starched shirt, a jacket and a necktie. But last week Mr. Watanabe, 53, an environmental official in Tokyo, ditched the outfit for the unimaginable: ... [587 chars]
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