[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 of reduced commuting time and flexible working styles have been highlighted, many people find that once they start working from home, 'noise is more distracting 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 Japan 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

Target Audience: 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 had trouble with noise while working from home?

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

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

Q4: Specifically, what kind of disruption 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 wanted to choose soundproof rental housing 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 experienced trouble with noise while working from home.