Labour Reforms Japan gives millions of freelancers new protections Law prohibits “kaitataki” – the practice of paying freelancers at a level conspicuously lower than the price ordinarily paid for similar work iStock.com/F3al2 Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 07 November 2024 Japanese lawmakers have passed new protections for Japan’s rapidly growing number of gig economy workers, many of whom are being exploited by client companies. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Human Rights Japan urged to tackle structural bias, human rights concerns Discipline Understanding Japan’s part-time terrorists Wellbeing Japanese workers face poor work-life balance despite government policies Remuneration Why Japan’s lifetime employment model is nearing its end