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Daily schedule of someone living in Japan
Weekday schedule of a Japanese office worker
| Time period (local time) | Activities |
|---|---|
| 6:30-7:30 | Wake up, get ready, have breakfast and gather information from TV and the news. |
| 7:30-8:30 | Commute on crowded trains. Many people gather at stations during this time, making them crowded. |
| 9:00-12:00 | Morning work. This is the time period when people concentrate on checking emails, holding meetings, and preparing documents. |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch break. Eat lunch at a restaurant or employee cafeteria near the office to refresh themselves. |
| 13:00-17:30 | Afternoon work. This is the time period when people deal with customers, attend internal meetings, and complete various tasks. |
| 17:30-18:30 | Some people leave work on time, but many people end up working overtime. |
| 19:00-20:00 | Eat dinner after returning home. There are many different styles, such as buying bento from a convenience store, eating out, or cooking at home. |
| 20:00-22:00 | Watch TV or videos, or do hobbies. This is also the time to do housework and prepare for the next day. |
| 22:00-23:30 | Take a bath and relax. Get ready for bed, and many people go to bed around 23:00. |
Japanese students' weekday schedule
| Time period (local time) | Activities |
|---|---|
| 6:30-7:30 | Wake up, change into uniform, have breakfast, and get ready for school. |
| 7:30-8:30 | Students commute to school by train or bicycle. Students who live far away may travel more than an hour to get to school. |
| 8:30-12:30 | Classes. Each class is generally 50-60 minutes long, and focuses on core subjects. |
| 12:30-13:15 | Lunch break. Time to eat packed lunch or school lunch, chat with friends, or play light games. |
| 13:15-15:30 | Afternoon classes. P.E., arts, and homeroom are also held during this time. |
| 15:30-17:00 | Club activities and supplementary lessons. Students who belong to cultural and sports clubs have their activities during this time. |
| 17:00-18:30 | Time to go home from school. Students are divided into those who go to cram schools and those who go straight home. |
| 18:30-20:00 | Dinner and break. Time to relax by watching TV or talking with family. |
| 20:00-22:00 | Do homework or study for tests, and many people use their smartphones or watch videos before going to sleep. |
| 22:00-23:30 | Take a bath and get ready for bed before going to bed. Some students go to bed early, while others stay up late. |