Japan’s average desired 'work till' age has been found to be 62, according to a recent survey. This newer trend opposes the traditional retirement age of 60, reflecting the social and economic transformations the nation is witnessing. The changes could be an indication of people's pursuit of an active lifestyle, financial stability or just the fact that the society is progressively greying. The survey results suggest potential implications for business strategies and governmental policies.

With the highest life expectancy globally, Japan's population is rapidly aging. The concept of ikigai - a reason for living, often associated with work, is deeply embedded in the Japanese culture. This means many adults wish to remain employed past the typical retirement age. Also, due to the nation's dwindling birthrate and resulting labor shortage, Japan has been modifying its work practices to accommodate older workers, endorsing the idea of "active ageing.

In contrast, the US and EU are more flexible with retirement age, often offering early retirement options. The average retirement age varies among countries, mostly around 60-67 years. However, similarly to Japan, an increasing number of older adults in these regions continue to work past retirement age, either out of necessity due to insufficient retirement savings, or a desire to stay active and engaged.