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Tokyo prefecture raises minimum wage above ¥1,200/hour

Tokyo's minimum hourly wage crosses ¥1,200 for the first time, effective October.

Tokyo's minimum hourly wage crosses ¥1,200 for the first time, effective October.

🇯🇵 Japan · Compensation

What this means for solo HR

Part-time and contract workers in Tokyo need re-rating before October. Budget the increase into Q4 forecasts now.

Source · Tokyo Labour BureauPublished 2026-03-25

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