Prominent figure Akita Yutaka, often named in regards to his leadership roles, has announced his intent to resign in the face of mounting "power harassment" (パワハラ) allegations. The specifics of the accusations are currently undisclosed. The resignation adds to the ongoing societal discussion about workplace ethics and the misuse of authority in Japan.

In Japan, "power harassment" is a term used to specifically describe workplace abuse where a person in a position of power, like a boss, intimidates or bullies their subordinates. This issue has been receiving increased attention in recent years, with social pressure pushing for company accountability and policy reform. Legally, Japan's work environment reforms in 2019 included measures against power harassment.

Just as in the US and EU, workplace harassment is a significant problem. However, these allegations in Japan are notable as they spotlight the societal and cultural aspects of workplace relationships unique to the country. While the US and EU have long-established legal frames and societal expectations to deal with such abuse, Japan's recognition and responsiveness towards power harassment are relatively recent developments.