Frustrated with South Korea, more men seek work-life balance and love in Japan

An increasing number of South Korean men are looking to Japan not only for employment but also for marriage, drawn by what they see as more stable living conditions compared with South Korea’s tough job market and demanding marriage expectations. According to Shueisha Online, a Japanese media outlet, the number of South Koreans seeking work or permanent settlement in Japan has been steadily rising. Data released by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare showed that the number of South...