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…
Put your knowledge to the test by taking our myth busting quiz and discover the truth behind common misconceptions about…
“It gives me peace of mind to know that whatever happens, I won’t have to bankrupt myself if I need…
Help Us Map Shakai Hoken Coverage: Do the Questionnaire at genu.cc/shakaiQ The General Union is conducting a nationwide survey on…
by Chris Flynn In 1995 I got my first full time contract to teach at a Junior College. I was…
Unable to join our pension info session on October 27? No problem! We have the presentation available in PDF and…
(See here for more detailed information)Japan’s Employee Health Insurance (Shakai Hoken) offers significant advantages over the National Health Insurance system…
A story from a General Union member. I use a medication called DUPIXENT (dupilumab) to treat my severe atopic dermatitis…
Check Your Social Insurance Enrolment Eligibility Now Are you getting the social insurance coverage you’re entitled to? A recent discovery…
A story from union member F.R. I hope this finds you well. I am writing to share my personal experience…
Are you enrolled in Employee Health and Pension Insurance (Shakai Hoken)? If not, you might be missing out on a…
From October 2024, companies with 51 or more employees already enrolled in Shakai Hoken will be required to enroll additional…
How Japan’s High-Cost Medical Expense System caps out-of-pocket costs, eases financial burden, and allows patients to focus on recovery I…
Ellie and Maria, both excited to teach English in Japan, joined ECC and NOVA, respectively. Little did they know how…
How Japan’s social insurance system provides peace of mind and financial relief for both routine and chronic health issues Many…
A testimonial from union member Leslie One thing my grandmother taught me was to always be prepared for what’s ahead.…