Mayor Masafumi Kouki of Toyoake has implemented a local directive to encourage a healthier relationship with smartphones, motivated by concerns about reduced human communication. Although there are no penalties for exceeding the two-hour limit, the goal is to promote self-regulation. The ordinance was recently approved but has sparked mixed opinions among citizens, with some considering it unnecessary. Recommendations include avoiding screens in the evening to improve sleep, considering the negative impact of excessive use on mental health.
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Un oraș din Japonia vrea ca locuitorii să petreacă mai puțin de 2 ore pe zi pe telefon. „Nimeni nu mai vorbește cu ceilalți”
Orașul în care nu ai voie să folosești telefonul decât două ore pe zi. Ce pățesc cei care nu respectă această regulă
'Time runs away': Japan's city with a two-hour cap on phone use
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