2026.08.04
Dr. Masashi Yanagisawa Featured on CNN International
Dr. Masashi Yanagisawa, Director of the International Institute for Integrative Sleep Medicine (WPI-IIIS), University of Tsukuba, was featured in a CNN International report titled “Japan’s sleep crisis: Can tech help?”
In the interview, Dr. Yanagisawa discussed sleep issues in Japan, with a particular focus on sleep among children and young people.
The report explored the growing use of sleep technology and the latest developments in sleep research in Japan. It also looks at “how Japan’s culture of valuing long working hours” may affect people’s sleep.
The program was not broadcast in Japan, but is available to watch on the CNN International website below.
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CNN International |
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Japan’s sleep crisis: Can tech help? |
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