This news report is centered on the growing acceptance in Japan about choosing not to attend school, which has conventionally been seen as a taboo. The article presents a broad view of the reasons why some parents and students are making this unconventional choice, such as pressure of school work, focus on individual learning needs, and mental health considerations. Experts' opinions and the consequences of this choice on a student's future are also scrutinized.

In Japan, where society highly values the conformity, school attendance plays an integral part in children's societal adjustment and academic advancement. However, recently, concerns related to the rigor of academic pressure and potential mental health repercussions have incited discussions around non-attendance. Homeschooling, though comparatively marginal, is gradually becoming a more recognized alternative.

In the EU and US, acknowledging homeschooling has a long history with considerable regulations and support systems in place. The concept of 'unschooling' or non-attendance has been accepted in the West in contexts of individual learning needs and flexibility. This contrasts with Japan, where the idea is still a budding trend, lacking formal regulations and societal acceptance.