Japan Press on labour market tightness

Japanese news agency, Kyodo and Nikkei, reports on latest issue that Japan is facing currently – labour market tightness, with major transport companies making attempts to attract and retain staff.

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Yamato mulling a 4-day work week for employees

Faced with a severe shortage of truck drivers, major ground shipper Sagawa Express has rolled out four-day workweeks that bring five days' worth of pay, allowing workers to take on a second job.