[-AI-3.5]What do French economists think? In response to the view that Japan’s economic growth is worsening due to a decline in productivity

Abstract

フランスの経済学者として、私は日本の経済成長に懸念を抱いています。日本経済の問題点の1つは生産性の低下です。一方で、創造性と経済成長には密接な関係があります。日本はクリエイティビティを後回しにする一方で、生産性に重点を置いています。しかし、私たち経済学者はこれが誤りであると考えています。創造性こそが日本の未来を切り拓く鍵です。創造性とは新しいアイデアや概念を生み出す力です。これらのアイデアや概念こそが将来の経済成長を牽引するものです。日本のクリエイティブ産業は世界的に注目されています。クリエイティブ産業の発展により、日本は経済成長を促進し、国際競争力を高めることができます。これが私たちフランスの経済学者の見解であり、私たちは日本の将来の経済において創造性が不可欠であると考えています。

生産性と経済成長について、生産性は確かに重要です。しかし、生産性に過度に注力すると、仕事が単調になり、クリエイティブなタスクを行わなければならない状況に陥り、ストレスやモチベーションの低下を引き起こす可能性があります。生産性の低下が経済成長に悪影響を及ぼすことはありますが、必ずしもそのようなことではありません。日本の生産性の低下は、長時間労働、ストレス、モチベーションの低下、ワークライフバランスの欠如などが原因です。また、政府が官僚主導のトップダウンのアプローチを採用し、イノベーションへの投資を最小限に抑えていることも生産性低下の原因の一つです。このような管理方法では、創造的なアイデアを生み出すことはできません。

生産性の低下は企業の収益減少や国の経済成長に影響を与えます。しかし、生産性の低下が問題の本質ではないこともあります。別の視点から見ると、「生産性至上主義」から脱却する時期に来ているとも言えます。

Table of contents

• Introduction
• Productivity and Economic Growth
• Creativity and Economic Growth
• The Role of Creativity in Japan’s Economic Development
• The Limits of Pursuing Productivity to the Utmost
• The Future of Creativity
• Conclusion

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Introduction

As a French economist, I have concerns regarding Japan’s economic growth. One of the issues with the Japanese economy is the decline in productivity. On the other hand, there is a strong relationship between creativity and economic growth.

Japan has prioritized productivity while putting creativity on the back burner. However, we economists believe that this is a mistake. Creativity is the key to paving the way for Japan’s future.

Creativity is the power to generate new ideas and concepts. These ideas and concepts are what will drive future economic growth. Japan’s creative industry is getting a lot of attention around the world. With the development of the creative industry, Japan can promote economic growth and enhance its international competitiveness.

This is our view as French economists, and we believe that creativity is essential for Japan’s future economy.

Productivity and Economic Growth

Productivity is certainly important. However, if we pursue productivity too much, work may become monotonous, and we may end up performing tasks with no creativity. Lower productivity may have a negative impact on economic growth, but it is not necessarily the case. Pursuing productivity too much may lead to situations in which employees have to engage in unchallenging tasks, resulting in stress and decreased motivation.

Causes of Low Productivity in Japan

The decrease in productivity in Japan is caused by factors such as long working hours, stress, low motivation, and lack of work-life balance. In addition, the government has adopted a top-down approach led by bureaucrats and has minimized investment in innovation. Such management methods do not lead to the creation of creative ideas.

Results of Decreasing Productivity

Decreasing productivity leads to decreased profitability of companies and affects the economic growth of the country. However, the fact that productivity is decreasing is not the essence of the problem. From another viewpoint, it is time for the doctrine of productivity supremacy to come to an end.

Creativity and Economic Growth

As mentioned in the introduction, it is a fact that there are opinions questioning the relationship between economic growth and productivity. Holding on to productivity supremacy means prioritising production quantity over innovation. However, when it comes to the relationship between creativity and economic growth, it is the opposite that holds true. Creativity is, in fact, the key that leads to long-term economic growth.

Creativity is the ability to generate new ideas. In terms of economic growth, the role played by creativity is vital. Even when considering the share that creative industries occupy in economic growth, they have a significant portion of the overall GDP. Furthermore, the impact that creativity has on the economy is not limited to just one industry. By constantly working on new ideas and creations in all sectors, it could potentially have a positive impact on society as a whole.

Creative industries are extremely important for economic growth. Those engaging in creative industries can discover innovative approaches, opening up new markets and becoming the driving force behind regional revitalisation. Past successes have revealed that creative solutions are the main factor that promotes economic growth.

To encourage creativity, it can be said that three things are essential: ‘ education, a corporate culture, and b public support. It is important for young people to engage in creative activities in schools and universities in order to expand their abilities. Within corporations, it is necessary to foster a culture that maximises creativity. Furthermore, public support is essential for promoting creativity. Measures such as developing an information dissemination infrastructure and supporting development, and favourable tax policies are necessary.

Escaping from productivity dictatorship and taking a creative approach is the key to solving the challenges of the modern economy.

The Role of Creativity in the Development of the Japanese Economy

There is no doubt that the development of Japan’s creative industries contributes to economic growth. Domestically produced movies, music, anime, manga and other creative fields support a diverse range of creative areas and contribute greatly to the domestic economy.

Moreover, Japan is highly valued in the world creativity index. Japanese people are very creative compared to other countries and are receiving attention abroad. The further development of these creative fields is an essential element for sustainable growth of the Japanese economy.

However, in order to demonstrate creativity, an environment to support it is necessary. Specifically, we can mention the enhancement of investment and support policies, and reforms in the education system. With such measures, the Japanese economy can grow not only by productivity but also by creativity.

Limitations of Productivity being pushed to its Limits

On the other hand, economic policies that focus only on productivity have limitations. If excessive attention is given to productivity, it can lead to various social problems such as stress and health problems faced by employees. Furthermore, it is sometimes not possible to fully exploit the capabilities of workers, so we can say that moving away from productivity supremacy is necessary.

The Future of Creativity

The development of the creative economy, the relationship between human progress and creativity, and the creation of social value through creativity will become increasingly important in the future. It is required to create new value by utilizing creative ideas and creativity. And, let’s expect that the environment will be further developed to support it and the development of creative industries will be promoted.

The departure from productivity supremacy is necessary

In the end, productivity is not the only thing that supports economic growth. Creativity is the key to achieving sustainable growth. To make the next leap for the Japanese economy, we need to move away from productivity supremacy. It is important to promote policies that encourage the promotion of creative fields and the improvement of the abilities of those who work in these fields.

The translated text is The productivity wall that has been pursued to the limit

The economists leading the world have been discussing the importance of productivity in economic growth for many years. However, French economists suggest that the importance generally given to productivity may be overestimated. The theory of diminishing marginal productivity explains how the production of a specific product may reach saturation or become inefficient in relation to the amount of labor and capital input. This theory is closely related to the problems encountered by Japan’s economic growth. Initially, productivity improvement contributed to economic growth, but once diminishing marginal productivity was reached, productivity declined and maintaining economic growth became difficult.

Productivity supremacists argue that the cause of declining productivity is due to a lack of diligence and laziness among workers. French economists, however, believe that the root cause is due to various factors. For example, since productivity tends to improve as a result of innovation, factors such as lack of innovative ideas and creativity should also be considered.

Although productivity is important, the claim by French economists that creativity is the most important factor for economic growth should be noted worldwide. To solve the problem of diminishing marginal productivity, it is essential to promote creativity and generate innovative ideas necessary for economic growth.

The future of creativity

Our future lies in the creative economy. Creativity, such as art, literature, music, film, fashion, design, enriches our lives and culture, and contributes to the economy. In fact, the creative industry is growing worldwide year by year. Creativity is also essential to human progress. Humanity has always developed knowledge, technology, and ideas, producing new insights and ideas, and creativity has been a driving force behind such progress. Creative thinking and ideas can create new industries, social values, and economic growth. Finally, social value can be created by creativity. A creative process is essential to tackling social issues. For example, NGOs and non-profit organizations that work on social issues will be able to produce more effective solutions by adopting a more creative approach. Our future is created by creative thinking and methods. We must break free from productivity- oriented thinking and promote the creative economy. By doing so, we will be able to see a more sustainable and richer future.

Conclusion

Creativity, rather than productivity, is the key to the future. Breaking away from productivity obsession is necessary. Technological advancements are at a higher level than in the past, and the future demands the creation of social value through creativity. Creativity is the key to exploring new possibilities and approaching problems. Bringing together creative people leads to better ideas, which can be turned into reality. Creative thinking is necessary for future success.