Japan legislates a breakthrough guideline by limiting smartphone usage to two hours a day. This new regulation, which has passed a bill, aims to promote a healthier lifestyle and reduce screen time. Concerns for the health and wellbeing of citizens, particularly among the youth, have fueled this initiative. The exact specifications of how the ordinance will be implemented are not yet clear, but the move marks a significant step in addressing tech overuse in society.

In Japan, heavy smartphone usage and Internet addiction have become major public concerns. The impact on mental health, social development, and physical health, especially among children and adolescents, have prompted legislative action. This new ordinance reflects Japan's commitment to prioritize the wellbeing of its population over an increasingly digitalized lifestyle.

While the issue of excessive screen time is a global concern, no Western country like the US or in the EU has yet legally regulated it. There are, nonetheless, guidelines from health organizations and advocacy from tech giants for limiting screen time. Some schools and families enforce their own rules, but nationwide policies like Japan are unprecedented.