[Noise Issues in Remote Work] Approximately 42% have experienced 'work disruptions.' What measures are they taking to create a focused environment?

■ Have you ever experienced 'noise' issues while working from home?

Remote work became widespread following the COVID-19 pandemic.

While the benefits such as reduced commuting time and flexible working styles have been highlighted, many people find that once they actually start working from home, they are 'bothered by noise more than expected.'

Therefore, in collaboration with Kanaderoom, we conducted a survey on 'noise issues and soundproofing measures during remote work' targeting 150 men and women across the country who previously indicated they have experience with remote work.

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Survey Overview: 'Survey on Noise Issues and Soundproofing Measures During Remote Work'

Survey Method: Internet-based survey

Survey Period: March 5, 2026 – March 10, 2026

Survey Participants: Men and women nationwide who indicated in a preliminary survey that they have experience with remote work

Valid Responses: 150 samples

Questions:

Q1: Have you ever been troubled by noise while working from home?

Q2: What kind of noise troubled you? (Multiple answers allowed)

Q3: Have you ever had your work disrupted due to noise issues?

Q4: What specific disruptions did you experience?

Q5: Please select all measures you practice to create an environment where you can concentrate. (Multiple answers allowed)

Q6: Have you ever thought about choosing a soundproof rental property for remote work?

Q7: Please tell us the reason.

※ As a general rule, figures are rounded to the second decimal place, so the total may not equal 100%.

■ 28.7% reported having 'trouble with noise' while working from home; the #1 source of noise is 'outside noise'

First, we asked whether they had ever been troubled by noise while working from home.