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Fair wages: Japanese auto unions push for biggest pay hike in seven years

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
December 11, 2024
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For the first time in seven years, Japan’s major auto labour unions have set a specific pay hike target, aiming to empower smaller unions and strengthen the nation’s fragile economic recovery. The move, led by the Confederation of Japan Automobile Workers’ Unions, calls for a minimum monthly pay raise of 12,000 yen ($79.15) in upcoming negotiations.

“This goal provides confidence to smaller unions in their fight for fair wages,” said Akihiro Kaneko, the group’s chair. Smaller firms, often overlooked in wage discussions, are central to this year’s campaign. The proposed raise equates to a 5% increase for employees at firms with fewer than 300 workers.

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The labour push aligns with government ambitions to broaden wage growth beyond large corporations, where benefits have been concentrated. In 2024, Japan saw its largest wage increase in three decades, with companies agreeing to an average 5.1% pay hike, following a 3.5% rise in 2023, according to Rengo, Japan’s largest union federation.

The Confederation’s decision to revive numeric targets is expected to guide smaller unions, including parts manufacturers, which represent over 784,000 workers under its umbrella. “This effort isn’t just about wages. It’s about securing a sustainable economic future,” Kaneko emphasized.

Experts argue that higher wages at smaller firms will stimulate consumer spending, bolstering Japan’s economic recovery. By addressing wage disparities, unions aim to set a precedent for equitable growth across industries, reinforcing the government and central bank’s broader goals.

Rengo, which oversees the auto union group, has pledged to push for another 5% pay hike in 2025, including a 3% increase in base pay, which directly impacts pensions and bonuses. For workers, this is not just a fight for fair compensation but a chance to influence Japan’s economic trajectory positively.

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