Fixed Overtime in Japan: Simple Checks for Foreign Workers
How to check fixed overtime clauses, payslips, and extra overtime pay in Japan.
- Read the Contract
- Compare Actual Hours
- Check Payslips
- Extra Overtime
- Consult With Records
Read the Contract
Check whether fixed overtime is written, how many hours are included, and what amount is paid for those hours.
Compare Actual Hours
Write actual start time, finish time, break time, night work, holiday work, and work location.
Check Payslips
Look for base salary, fixed overtime amount, overtime hours, night work, holiday work, and deductions.
Extra Overtime
If actual overtime is more than included hours, extra payment may need checking. Do not decide only from the company explanation.
Consult With Records
Bring your contract, payslips, time records, messages, and your own notes to a consultation office.
This article is based on official public information and is written in simple English. Procedures may differ by person and city. Please check the official page or a consultation office for your own case.
Source: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/roudoukijun/roudoujouken02/index.html
