The take your dog to work trend, which has been growing in popularity in the U.S., is being tested in Japan.

Why it matters: Remote work has grown dramatically around the world during the pandemic, but some companies have been looking for creative ways to bring employees back to the office.

Driving the news: Tech company Fujitsu opened an experimental “dog office” this summer with stainproof carpet and pet supplies at one of its buildings in Kawasaki, near Tokyo, Reuters reports.

Yes, but: Fujitsu told Reuters that the project isn't designed to get workers back in the office. The company has said it planned to make working from home a permanent option after the pandemic.

Meanwhile, more than half of U.S. dog owners said in a Cesar brand survey that bringing their dogs to work would encourage them to take breaks (55%) and foster more social interaction in the workplace (52%).

What they're saying: Julie Stich, vice president of content at the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, said in a recent interview with Axios that some employers are looking at programs that allow workers to bring pets with them "as ways to attract and retain their employees."