Workstyle

Atlanta, Georgia — A recent episode of the podcast series “Cross-Border Catch-Up” featured discussions centered around Japan’s legislation and corporate practices concerning overtime work, reflecting a global interest in work-life balance reform. Hosted by Skye Hao from Atlanta and Goli Rahimi from Chicago, the discussion delved into the nuances of Japan’s approach to managing excessive working hours, which has been a long-standing issue affecting many workers in the country. Japan’s overtime regulations, including the well-known Article 36 agreements, were central to the conversation. These agreements are crucial as they govern the compensation and legality of … Read more