Help Us Map Shakai Hoken Coverage: Do the Questionnaire at genu.cc/shakaiQ
Help Us Map Shakai Hoken Coverage: Do the Questionnaire at genu.cc/shakaiQ The General Union is conducting a nationwide survey on…
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I Didn’t Want to Join Shakai Hoken—Now I’m Thankful I Did
by Chris Flynn In 1995 I got my first full time contract to teach at a Junior College. I was…
Labor Update Bulletin #205
This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and…
Navigating Issues at Larger IT/Tech Companies in Japan: What You Need to Know
In Japan, it’s common to see both large domestic and international companies hiring global IT/tech talent. On the domestic side,…
Supporting Transgender Rights: A Commitment to Union Unity
The General Union’s strength lies in our unity and collective action. When workers face discrimination or disrespect based on their…
Labor Update Bulletin #204
The English version of the Labour Bulletin is back! This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed,…
Wins at Doshisha International Academy and Moving Forward
In mid-2023, it was confirmed that employee representative elections at various universities and schools operated by Educational Corporation Doshisha were being…
The GU on Unpacking Japan Podcast
The General Union’s General Secretary Dennis Tesolat recently sat down with the hosts of “Unpacking Japan” podcast to discuss the…
Non-Renewal? Know When You Can Demand Reasons
Workers on fixed-term contracts in Japan have the right to demand a written explanation if their employer decides not to…
Everything You Need to Know About Pension in Japan
Unable to join our pension info session on October 27? No problem! We have the presentation available in PDF and…
Labor Update Bulletin #203
The English version of the Labour Bulletin is back! This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed,…
Employees’ Pension: A Comprehensive and Superior Retirement System
(See here for a more detailed explanation of the pension system) Japan’s Employees’ Pension Insurance (Shakai Hoken) offers significant advantages…
Employee Health Insurance (Shakai Hoken): A Superior Healthcare System
(See here for more detailed information)Japan’s Employee Health Insurance (Shakai Hoken) offers significant advantages over the National Health Insurance system…
Social Insurance Hotline Cards – Get Them and Share
Social Insurance Hotline Cards – Get Them and Share Them at si.genu.cc/SH-cards Major changes in social insurance eligibility mean more…
Making ¥1.48 Million Treatment Affordable: A Health Insurance Success Story
A story from a General Union member. I use a medication called DUPIXENT (dupilumab) to treat my severe atopic dermatitis…