In the 1980s, Japan had the largest economic bubble the world has ever seen. But when the bubble burst in the early 1990s, the consequences were catastrophic for the fresh-faced youths stepping into the workforce.
This generation, touted as the most educated and diligent in Japanese history, was dealt an excruciating blow with scarce employment opportunities and next to no job security. The tribulations they faced were insurmountable, and yet, they persevered in the face of adversity.
