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Employer Essentials for Japan’s Working Time Regulations

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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 essentials for employers...more

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Japan Takes Big Step to Support Working Parents: What Employers Need to Know

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Japan recently introduced new rules providing more support for working parents. These rules, which took effect April 1, amend the Child and Family Care Leave Act and the Next-Generation Children Act with the goal of helping...more

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Japan’s Workstyle Reform Act – What Is the Compliance Deadline for Your Organization?

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To tackle the karoshi (“death by overwork”) problem, Japan enacted the Workstyle Reform Act in June 2018. The Act requires employers to implement specific measures to limit employees’ working hours and create a healthier and...more

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