Japan’s paternity leave rate jumps to a record 30%, fuelled by government mandates and a growing desire for work-life balance among young employees.
Driven by labour shortages and inflation, employees’ pay in Japan is set to rise by an average of 5.1% this year.
New legislations mandate flexible work options for parents, including remote work and adjusted hours to enhance support for child-rearing.
Pay hikes in Japan are exceeding or meeting the initial target of a 5% increase set by organisations to address rising prices.
The Japanese telco giant prioritises employee wellbeing by testing AI software that modulates customer call tones for a calmer agent experience.
A new government paper is urging small-to-medium organisations in Japan to push for wage increases to curb labour shortage.
A surge in pay-scale increases has been witnessed among organisations in Japan, with small and medium-sized enterprises leading the charge.
An AI tool developed in Tokyo utilises advanced algorithms to analyse diverse employee data, predict turnover, and offer tailored solutions.
With leaders in organisations in Japan hitting an average age of 60.5, transitions remain scarce as only 3.8% successfully transitioned in 2023.
A new study finds shredding negative feedback papers reduces anger, and highlights a link between writing and mood regulation.
A woman in her 50s from Yokohama has been granted compensation for developing a mental disorder due to remote work overtime.
The worry about overly criticising new employees has caused senior employees to become reticent in giving them feedback.
Intense competition in Japan is driving organisations to innovate, with internships emerging as the new battleground for attracting young talent.
Employees are citing events such as these as similar to “work” and would prefer to not use their free time taking part in them.
Rengo, Japan’s largest trade union group, has announced the biggest salary raises on record for employees after protracted negotiations.
Fuelled by inflation and labour shortages, a historic 5.85% wage hike demand has been called for as labour negotiations continue.
Thanks to newly introduced legislation, big firms need to set and share targets with the Japanese government on paternity uptake.
While many employees in Japan have turned to side jobs for extra cash, this has failed to allow them to achieve their desired income.
Over 80% of male employees took paternity leave, yet 47% took only 1-3 months, while 51% of females averaged 12-18 months.
The Japanese retailer is granting 100% pay for employees taking childcare leave to encourage male involvement in parenting responsibilities.
The goal of these wage negotiations is to reach a pay hike of 5% and more across large and smaller organisations to beat inflationary pressures.
More than four out of five of employers in Japan seek to increase wages, with a majority looking to implement a wage increase on par with last year.
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has called for accelerated wage growth in 2024, urging organisations to surpass this year’s increases.
Due to the rising ageing population and low wages, labour shortages in facilities for disabled people are increasing.
Younger employees’ mental health struggles, exacerbated by pandemic-induced stressors, highlight a concerning trend in workplace wellbeing.
An increase in monthly pay marks a significant economic shift and emphasises the importance of wage increases in Japan.
Amidst progress in Japan’s workforce taking more paid leave, challenges loom as the government aims for a 70% utilisation rate by 2025.
By autumn 2024, Japan plans to enhance freelancer confidence by expanding employees’ insurance coverage.
The city of Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture is pioneering Ibaraki’s first initiative, incentivising male SME employees to take childcare leave.
As inflation outpaces the highest pay hike in 31 years, Japanese labour unions demand substantial wage increases in the coming year.
