one o’clock

One o’clock is typically the time when lunch breaks end and afternoon work begins. It's a time when many people start new activities.

In schools or companies, it's the time when afternoon classes or meetings begin. It's also the time when lunch crowds start to leave cafes and restaurants.

One o’clock is a symbolic time around the world, signaling the start of the afternoon workday. Especially in several European countries, it's considered the time when siesta ends and people regain their energy.

In modern society, this time is the subject of much research regarding work efficiency. Adjusting work hours and task assignments in consideration of post-lunch fatigue is being addressed as an important issue.