A trend in Japan is seeing people move from traditional corporate jobs, like trading companies, to taxi driving, experiencing a significant increase in salary. This shift, seeing salaries doubling in some cases, points to a potential economic restructuring within Japan's job market. Although the reasons for this trend are numerous, one driving factor seems to be the relatively low stress and high earning potential in taxi industry.

In Japan, job stability and lifelong employment in a corporate setting are highly valued. However, changing economic dynamics and the desire for a better work-life balance are driving some to consider non-traditional roles like taxi driving. The increased salary, lower levels of stress, and relatively stable work are seen as attractive aspects of such professions.

In the US and EU, such a transition might be viewed as unconventional as taxi driving is generally not considered a high-income profession. However, the shift towards self-employment and gig economy jobs is a global trend, with many looking for flexibility and better work-life balance.