A Japanese City Council has proposed a new ordinance limiting daily smartphone use to only two hours. The plan, geared towards fostering better digital health and preventing screen time addiction, has drawn attention nationally. If passed, this would be one of the first initiatives of its kind in the country. The details of how this will be enforced are not yet clarified, inspiring debates about surveillance and personal freedoms.

Japan is a tech-savvy country renowned for its technological prowess and high smartphone penetration rate. However, there's a growing concern about excessive screen time leading to potential health issues and affecting societal norms. The proposal is likely seen as a progressive move towards improving digital health although some citizens may feel it intrudes on their personal freedom.

Similar to Japan, countries like the US or EU have discussed digital health and screen time issues but from an advisory perspective, there isn't any legislation limiting screen time. Most western nations prioritize individual freedom, which makes this kind of proposal rare.