The new program aims to nurture trainees into skilled workers to motivate them to remain in the country. Read more
Non-Japanese would be allowed to work in the sector if they meet certain conditions, such as receiving training. Read more
The government is considering allowing foreign workers under the program to take orders and serve and cook food at restaurants at inns and hotels. Read more
The Immigration Services Agency has cited rising prices and personnel costs for its first price hikes — of as much as 50% — in over four decades. Read more
The survey found that 14.4% of foreign workers in Japan are facing problems or difficulties at work. Read more
An expert panel has been appointed to assist the government in drafting a system to replace the controversial Technical Intern Training Program. Read more
Many foreigners struggle with the idiosyncrasies of Japan’s employment system. Local firms tend to assimilate overseas personnel rather than utilize their unique skills. Read more
The move comes amid a near-tripling of technical intern trainees from Myanmar going missing from their programs in 2023. Read more
The government is aiming to attract 820,000 foreign workers under the specified skilled worker program over a five-year period through April 2029. Read more
The firm hopes the system will be used when information needs to be related accurately to a large number of workers, including non-Japanese ones. Read more
