Japanese Entrepreneur Claims 30-Minute Sleep Routine for 12 Years

Daisuke Hori, a 40-year-old entrepreneur from Hyogo, Japan, has reportedly adhered to an extreme sleep schedule for the past 12 years, sleeping just 30 minutes a day. Hori claims this minimal sleep routine has allowed him to “double” his life and significantly boost his work efficiency.

According to South China Morning Post, Hori’s approach to sleep challenges conventional wisdom, which advocates for 6-8 hours of sleep for optimal health. Hori suggests that high-quality sleep is more beneficial than longer periods of rest, and he employs strategies such as exercise and coffee consumption to combat drowsiness.

Hori’s unconventional lifestyle has attracted considerable attention, including a feature on Japan’s Yomiuri TV. The reality show observed him for three days, noting instances where he functioned energetically after sleeping for as little as 26 minutes.

In addition to his personal routine, Hori founded the Japan Short Sleepers Training Association in 2016, where he teaches others to adopt similar ultra-short sleeping practices. His methods have sparked debate and curiosity, raising questions about the long-term feasibility and health impacts of such extreme sleep patterns.