Demanding Safety at GABA
The COVID-19 pandemic is continuing with record cases in Japan, especially in the Tokyo area. The General Union believes that…
Language Schools
GU vs Doshisha in the News Across Japan
Between 12 and 13 August about 45 websites carried two Kyodo News stories outlining General Union plans to sue Doshisha University…
Mandatory Retirement as an “Unreasonable Dismissal”
The ongoing labour dispute at Shitennoji University (IBU) Like the rest of Japan, the General Union is facing an aging…
Living and Not Surrendering to this Coronavirus Crisis Caused by Irresponsible Politics
Special resolution for creating a movement to protect human life Osaka Zenrokyo (National Trade Union Council - Osaka) From the second…
Labor Update Bulletin #118 (07/2021)
This bulletin contains information on law changes, government discussions, court decisions, and other labor issues in Japan. We hope that…
Working at a Private High School?
2022 could be a dangerous year for you Seminar & Survey Download poster and send to a friend The General…
Eikaiwa Boss Tries to Slip Out of Paying, Gets Caught by The GU
The General Union recently concluded negotiations over payment for training, winning a teacher JPY80,000. A Nagano eikaiwa required a teacher…
Hands Off! Don’t Touch Our Koma! – Updated
Union begins survey of union members in preparation to defend 2022 koma. Non-members also welcome to take the survey. Every…
How to Apply for an Unlimited Term Contract & Protect your Working Conditions
The union has put out a lot of information on this topic and if you are at a university, this…
Labor Update Bulletin #117 (07/2021)
This bulletin contains information on law changes, government discussions, court decisions, and other labor issues in Japan. We hope that…
COVID-19 Safety at Gaba Corporation
The General Union remains concerned about COVID-19 safety measures and transparency at Gaba Corporation. The union has been raising these…
Labor Update Bulletin #116 (06/2021)
This bulletin contains information on law changes, government discussions, court decisions, and other labor issues in Japan. We hope that…
30th Anniversary Logo & NEW Facebook Page
We would like to unveil our new 30th Anniversary logo and welcome you to our new Facebook page. We need…
Labor Update Bulletin #115 (06/2021)
This bulletin contains information on law changes, government discussions, court decisions, and other labor issues in Japan. We hope that…
Just in Time for Summer – Vaccination Roll Out
Two months ago, in response to the state of emergency, the General Union issued a letter of inquiry to Japan’s…