Royal Thai Consulate-General in Osaka: Power Harassment and Systemic Non-Engagement
The General Union is addressing serious workplace issues at the Royal Thai Consulate-General in Osaka, where a staff member has…
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Shakai Hoken Showdown: Busting Employer Myths and Fighting for Your Rights
Put your knowledge to the test by taking our myth busting quiz and discover the truth behind common misconceptions about…
Standing Together Against Job Losses: A Case Study
The Goethe-Institut dispute in Kansai demonstrates how solidarity and collective action can challenge unfair restructuring. When the Institute announced plans…
Peace of Mind: Why Proper Social Insurance Enrolment Matters
“It gives me peace of mind to know that whatever happens, I won’t have to bankrupt myself if I need…
“My Boss Says No!” – Understanding Your Right to Employee Health and Pension Insurance
Many workers are wrongly denied enrollment in Employee Health and Pension Insurance (Shakai Hoken). The first step is knowing if…
Labor Update Bulletin #206
This bulletin contains information on law changes that have either passed, or are being discussed, in parliament, court decisions, and…
Paying the Price: How My Employer’s Insurance Mistake Haunted Me
A story from union member Theron Muller When I first came to Japan in 2000 it was to work for…
3rd Consultation Training Session Hosted by GU Fukuoka Office!
The Fukuoka Office of the General Union is preparing for its third Labor Consultation Session, scheduled for Sunday, December 15th.…
What PIPs (Performance Improvement Plans) are and how to deal with them in Japan!
Recently we have been receiving many consultation requests regarding PIPs (performance improvement plans), how to handle them from an employee…
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…
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,…