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Japan Raises Minimum Wage by 66 Yen to Record 1,121 Yen Per Hour

The Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare confirmed the largest-ever hike in the national average wage, underscoring efforts to address rising living costs and labor conditions.

Summary

Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare announced a 66-yen increase in the national minimum wage, bringing the average to 1,121 yen per hour. This marks the largest minimum wage hike in the country’s history, reflecting efforts to improve labor standards amid economic challenges.

Terms & Concepts
  • Minimum Wage: The legally established lowest hourly pay rate employers are required to provide to workers.
  • National Average Wage: An average measure of the minimum wage across all regions in a country, reflecting overall labor policy.
  • Labour Policy: Government regulations and initiatives aimed at protecting worker rights and setting employment standards, such as wages and working hours.