Hokkaido Minimum Wage Sets New High
Hokkaido's minimum wage is expected to rise by 56 yen to a record 1,131 yen per hour in October, entering the 1,100-yen range for the first time, but workers and business owners are concerned that tax and social insurance thresholds could lead employees to limit their hours. (News On Japan)
Hokkaido's minimum wage will rise to 1,131 yen per hour in October, marking a historic high and entering the 1,100-yen range for the first time. This increase, set to take effect in October 2026, follows a gradual rise since 1972, reaching 542 yen in 1992 and surpassing 1,000 yen in 2024. Business owners and workers in Hokkaido express concerns over potential tax and social insurance thresholds that could limit employees' working hours.
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