Uniform Cost Deductions in Japan: Simple Checks
What foreign workers can check if uniform or equipment costs are deducted from salary.
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- Check the Contract
- Check Payslips
- Keep Receipts
- When Quitting
- Consult if Unsure
Check the Contract
Look for rules about uniforms, tools, cleaning, damage, deposit, and salary deductions.
Check Payslips
Confirm the deduction amount, date, and reason. Ask for a written explanation if unclear.
Keep Receipts
Keep receipts, photos of equipment, messages, and return records.
When Quitting
Ask how to return uniforms and whether any fee remains.
Consult if Unsure
Bring contract, payslips, and messages to a labor 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/index.html
