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Wage Protection under Japanese Labor Law: Explaining the Fundamental Principles Managers Must Follow

Wage Protection under Japanese Labor Law: Explaining the Fundamental Principles Managers Must Fo.

The payment of wages is a fundamental obligation for employers and forms the cornerstone of labor contract relations in Japan. For businesses opera...

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Contracting and Dispatching in Japanese Labor Law: Legal Framework and Practical Differences

Contracting and Dispatching in Japanese Labor Law: Legal Framework and Practical Differences

In Japan, leveraging the workforce of other companies as part of a business strategy is an extremely effective means for enhancing operational effi...

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Legal Status of Part-Time Workers under Japanese Labor Law and Corporate Obligations

Legal Status of Part-Time Workers under Japanese Labor Law and Corporate Obligations

In recent years, Japan's labor law system has entered a significant period of transformation. Particularly, regulations concerning the treatment of...

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Legal Framework for Fixed-Term Contract Workers in Japan: A Guide for Managers

Legal Framework for Fixed-Term Contract Workers in Japan: A Guide for Managers

Fixed-term employment contracts are a vital strategic option for many companies, serving to address specific projects, seasonal demands, or to esta...

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Probationary Periods and the Legal Status of Non-Regular Workers in Japanese Labor Law

Probationary Periods and the Legal Status of Non-Regular Workers in Japanese Labor Law

Japanese labor law constructs a system that robustly protects workers. This protection manifests in significantly limiting an employer's ability to...

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Prohibition of Unfair Labor Practices in Japanese Labor Law

Prohibition of Unfair Labor Practices in Japanese Labor Law

In corporate management, the relationship with workers is an extremely important element. Particularly, the relationship with labor unions is indis...

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Concept and Requirements of Labor Unions in Japanese Labor Law

Concept and Requirements of Labor Unions in Japanese Labor Law

In corporate management, the relationship with workers is an extremely important element. Especially when conducting business in Japan, a legal und...

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Administrative Remedies for Unfair Labor Practices in Japan: A Strategic Guide for Managers

Administrative Remedies for Unfair Labor Practices in Japan: A Strategic Guide for Managers

In operating a business in Japan, understanding the legal system that governs labor law, especially the relationship with labor unions, is essentia...

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Copyright System in Japan: The Complete Picture of Copyrights and Related Rights that Managers Should Know

Copyright System in Japan: The Complete Picture of Copyrights and Related Rights that Managers S.

In the Japanese business environment, content and technology are critical elements that influence a company's competitiveness. At the core of this ...

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Definition of 'Works' under Japanese Copyright Law: An Explanation Through Case Law

Definition of 'Works' under Japanese Copyright Law: An Explanation Through Case Law

In the realm of corporate intellectual property strategy, accurately identifying whether the assets created by a company are legally protected is a...

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Legal Framework of Japan's Immigration Control System: An Explanation of Entry, Landing, and Departure Management

Legal Framework of Japan's Immigration Control System: An Explanation of Entry, Landing, and Dep.

In today's global economy, strategic placement of management and specialized personnel is essential for multinational companies to achieve success ...

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Explaining the 9 Types of Works Protected by Japanese Copyright Law with Case Examples

Explaining the 9 Types of Works Protected by Japanese Copyright Law with Case Examples

In the sophisticated market of Japan, understanding intellectual property rights is an essential management issue for businesses. While many rights...

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Legal Protection of Derivative Works under Japanese Copyright Law: An Explanation of Editing, Databases, and Secondary Works

Legal Protection of Derivative Works under Japanese Copyright Law: An Explanation of Editing, Da.

In the modern business environment, information and existing content are fundamental assets for companies. The creation of new value often involves...

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Japan's Residency Management System: Perspectives on Corporate Compliance and Risk Management

Japan's Residency Management System: Perspectives on Corporate Compliance and Risk Management

Against the backdrop of globalization and demographic changes within Japan, securing talented foreign professionals has become an essential managem...

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Japan's Residency Status System: The Legal Framework of Residency Qualifications Based on Activities, Status, or Position and Its Impact on Corporate Practices

Japan's Residency Status System: The Legal Framework of Residency Qualifications Based on Activi.

In the context of business expansion within Japan, employing foreign nationals has become an indispensable management strategy. However, for foreig...

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The Evolution of Japan's Foreign National Acceptance Policy and a Cohesive Society: From Deregulation to Securing Foreign Talent

The Evolution of Japan's Foreign National Acceptance Policy and a Cohesive Society: From Deregul.

Japan's society is facing structural challenges of a declining birthrate and an aging population, accompanied by a shrinking workforce. To address ...

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