In front of Shimbashi Station, a large signboard glittered in the darkness

Sihnboard shining in dimness — In front of Shimbashi station

The area in front of Shimbashi Station was crowded. Not only people using the station, but also many people who came to this area to have a drink. There are many small bars where you can have a drink at a reasonable price at the Karasumori-guchi exit of Shimbashi station. This is a sacred place for businessmen. Drinking here and complaining about the company to which they have pledged their loyalty is what a traditional Japanese businessman should be doing.

Despite the long working hours still prevalent, Japan's productivity is among the lowest in the developed world, and loyalty to the company is low compared to other countries, even though people spend a lot of time at the office. Interestingly, it is said that people hate their companies even though they are selflessly devoted to them. This does not mean that they will give up on the company and change jobs, so they are like women who cannot part from their domestically violent men.

The signboard on the New Shimbashi Building in front of the station shines brightly in the darkness, glaring at the salarymen who are working despite their contradictions. Yet, it does not offer a solution from above, but only a golden solution for those who are in trouble.

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