More firms let workers take leave to chase their dreams

More firms let workers take leave to chase their dreams

TOKYO, Japan - Shigehiko Yamada, 27, works at Kirin Brewery Co.'s plant in Kobe on Oct. 28, 2010. He made his dream come true -- studying English in Canada for three months earlier this year -- by applying for the company's new leave system allowing workers to take up to three years' leave for the sake of personal development. (Kyodo)

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