This publication is a compilation of write-ups describing individual themes related to the current status of labor issues in Japan. In principle, it is issued every year alternately as "General Overview" and "Detailed Exposition" editions. The former is aimed at providing basic information on the whole picture of labor issues and relevant labor policies in Japan, while the latter takes up contemporary topics and provides detailed exposition and analyses of their current trends.
Labor Situation in Japan and Analysis:
Detailed Exposition 2011/2012
Study on Trends in Diversification of Employment: Customized Calculations in the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's General Survey on Diversified Types of Employment
