In Japan, putting in long hours at the office hasn't historically been a way to impress your boss – it’s simply been expected. And this culture is affecting employees' health and well-being. But now, companies are getting serious about changing the nation's tradition of overwork.

Japan’s exhaustive work culture has been the topic of much debate, with government-led campaigns encouraging people to work less. In its ongoing effort to change the country’s workaholic nature, the government is now considering creating a new holiday called 'Kids Week'.

The Japanese government is introducing a law that means businesses will be required to hire, and better support, people with mental health problems. With companies stepping up to meet requirements, the nation is starting to have a much needed discussion around the topic.

In Japan, there are no official laws for limiting work hours. And in a culture of overwork, the country is facing record numbers of compensation claims as a growing number of Japanese people are literally working themselves to death. Notably, work-related suicides are up 45%. How can employers help?