# Japan labor and workplace welfare developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japan-labor-and-workplace-welfare-developments > Updated: 2026-09-02T09:27:30.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Japanese organizations and government bodies are addressing labor shortages and worker welfare through various regulatory and technological shifts. In the private sector, companies like Tsumura Co., Ltd. have seen increased utilization of ‘Female Care’ policies, while the hospitality industry is advocating for the removal of regulations requiring physical front desk presence to allow for unmanned digital reception. Occupational safety efforts have also expanded to include remote site inspections via web cameras. At the governmental level, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is evaluating reforms to the nursing care compensation system. These discussions include measures to protect workers from customer harassment, known as ‘kasuhara’, by clarifying the “justifiable reasons” for refusing service to abusive users. Additionally, officials are addressing broader labor shortages by exploring wage increases, reduced administrative burdens, and the integration of ICT and monitoring technologies to maintain service quality. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-02: Japan considers nursing care reforms to combat harassment and labor shortages Japan is discussing new nursing care compensation rules to protect workers from customer harassment and address labor shortages through wage improvements and increased use of care technology. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-considers-nursing-care-reforms-to-combat-harassment-and-labor-shortages ### 2026-08-26: Japan workplace trends: Employee wellness and safety updates Japanese companies and associations are advancing workplace improvements, including Tsumura’s expanded female care leave, hotel industry calls for unmanned reception, and new construction safety technologies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/japan-workplace-trends-employee-wellness-and-safety-updates --- Cite as: Japan labor and workplace welfare developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/japan-labor-and-workplace-welfare-developments