Japan is shifting toward more flexible working styles, with co-working accelerating in popularity. WeWork opened its first centre at Ark Hills South in Tokyo, while domestic real estate companies such as Tokyu and Mitsui Fudosan have entered the space, with others following suit. The rise of these firms has been driven by a growing demand for workers who can work from home, but also to help businesses manage their staff better.
Japan is shifting toward more flexible working styles, with co-working accelerating in popularity. WeWork opened its first centre at Ark Hills South in Tokyo, while domestic real estate companies such as Tokyu and Mitsui Fudosan have entered the space, with others following suit. Chris Hill, CEO of WeWork Japan, said the company is on course to open six locations in the country in the six months since its the Ark Hills launch in February.