Japan’s demanding work culture is back in the spotlight as fresh stories highlight the pressures faced by workers—from a ...

Thinking of working in Japan? Learn the key rules, cultural norms, and workplace expectations you need to know. From ...

Teachers’ overwork is a well-known issue in Japan, long highlighted by teacher unions, advocacy groups, and labor experts. A ...

Sanae Takaichi drew criticism for requiring staff to work in the wee hours in a country scarred by “death from overwork.” ...

I was born and raised in Japan, and I've been living and working in Tokyo for the past 18 years. My country has long been known for its relentless work culture. Before the pandemic, many workers ...

In Japan, standard working hours are limited to eight hours per day and 40 hours per week. However, flexibility is built into the system through structured agreements and exemptions. We explore the ...

I moved to Japan three years ago and started working a corporate job. Hanging out with coworkers at nomikai is important, and they often involve a lot of alcohol. Fax machines are surprisingly popular ...

In 2019, the Japanese government introduced the Work Style Reform Law which sought to increase diversity in the workplace and improve working conditions. But reform has not been sufficiently discussed ...

His transparency prompted mixed reactions, with many debating whether this amount is adequate given Japan's relatively high ...

An Indian software engineer working in Japan has explained what he earns and how much he takes home after various deductions.

Japan has taken some steps forward since the one-two punch of the earthquake and tsunami that hit the country in March. But the long-term health of the economy, which has continued to decline over the ...