We are pleased to share the latest issue of our Japanese Employment Law Update, which covers two important changes to Japanese labor laws taking effect in 2026.

This edition addresses: (1) new mandatory measures against customer harassment, which will come into effect on October 1, 2026, and (2) expanded disclosure obligations regarding gender pay gaps and the ratio of female managers, with disclosures required within three months after the end of the first fiscal year ending on or after April 1, 2026.

Given the compliance implications of these new customer harassment measures and expanded disclosure requirements, we encourage you to review the attached newsletter.  Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like assistance with implementation.