An 80-year-old census officer in Japan sadly passed away during a visit to a residence for a population survey. The officer, who was actively engaged in conducting surveys for the national census, collapsed at the location. The tragedy is drawing attention to potential overworking and health risks faced by elderly workers in Japan.

In Japan, the work of census officers is critical, as it helps gather data for social and economic planning. Especially in a country with a rapidly aging population, their role is even more pronounced. However, this incident is likely to raise discussions about overwork and the health safety of elderly workers, a topic that is frequently brought to the wider public debate in Japan.

In the US or EU, there are typically stricter labor laws and underlying social systems for protecting elderly workers and preventing them from overworking. Despite cultural and legal differences, the safety and wellbeing of elderly workers, much like their counterparts in Japan, are taken seriously.