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ASICS State of Mind study: Japan

See how Japan’s results compare with the global research findings.

Key findings:

The State of Mind study shows the link between exercise and mental health. The more people move, the higher their State of Mind score is likely to be.

1. State of Mind score by level of physical activity.

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Japan


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2. State of Mind score and level of physical activity by generation.

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3. People think that 30 minutes of exercise is the minimum amount required to experience an uplift. ASICS’ research shows that 15.09 minutes could be all it takes.

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Global & Japan

Amount of exercise people in Japan think is needed for an uplift.

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ASICS research

Actual amount of exercise needed for an uplift based on ASICS research.

Further findings:

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State of Mind Index in Japan

Japan's overall State of Mind score is 51/100 and is ranked 16th out of 16 markets surveyed.

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State of Mind Index by Gender

In Japan, women has a lower score than men. 

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State of Mind Index by City

Tokyo ranks as the Japanese city with the highest State of Mind score.

Activity levels:

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Minutes of Physical Activity a Week

People in Japan exercise on average for 60 minutes per week (which is the least out of 16 markets surveyed).

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Median Activity by Gender

Women in Japan exercise on average for 30 minutes per week less than men.

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Most Popular Activities

Walking is the most popular activity in Japan, followed by strength training and cardio training.

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Move your mind, uplift the world.

Thousands of people have already contributed to ASICS’ Uplifting Minds research using the Mind Uplifter™ tool to quantify the impact of movement on the mind. See the difference movement makes to your own mental state.