Different categories of worker exist in Japan and the
classification can have a significant impact on various aspects of
employment. Below, we explore the key considerations for employers
when it comes to fixed-term employees.
Under Japanese labour law, employees are generally categorised
based on their employment status. The key categories include
regular employees (i.e. full-time indefinite-term employees),
fixed-term employees, and part-time employees. Importantly, these
classifications may impact various aspects of employment, such as
job security, contract renewal, and eligibility for
benefits.
Nevertheless, fixed-term employees and part-time employees are
protected under special legislation which prohibits employers from
unreasonably treating them less favourably than regular employees
as a result of their employment status. It is therefore important
for employers in Japan who engage or are looking to engage
fixed-term employees to understand the various
