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Japan city passes ordinance to cap smartphones, video game consoles and other digital devices to two hours a day outside of work and school, though there will be no penalties
NAGOYA (Kyodo) -- The assembly of a central Japan city on Monday passed an ordinance that recommends all residents limit their use of smartphones, vid
NAGOYA (Kyodo) -- The assembly of a central Japan city on Monday passed an ordinance that recommends all residents limit their use of smartphones, video game consoles and other digital devices to two hours a day outside of work and school, though there will be no penalties. The ordinance enacted in Toyoake in Aichi Prefecture comes amid concerns over the impact of excessive technology exposure and is believed to be the first of its kind in Japan. While recognizing the necessity of smartphones, tablets and other digital devices, the ordinance warns that overuse of video streaming could have harmful effects, including sleep deprivation and reduced family interaction.
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