Rohto Pharmaceutical, a prominent player in Japan's healthcare sector, has made revolutionary changes in the traditional job hunting process by abolishing "Entry Sheets" (ES). Entry Sheets are a standard means of applying for jobs in Japan and their removal from Rohto's application process is seen as a significant departure from the norm. This decision is expected to have diverse implications for potential applicants relating to job hunting in Japan.

In Japan, the process of job hunting is steeped in tradition, which entails submitting an Entry Sheet (ES). The ES typically provides a detailed overview of the candidate's qualifications, ambitions, and motivations. Rohto's dissolution of the ES is seen as a progressive step that could reshape traditional Japanese recruitment norms. This decision has sparked a significant discussion around hiring practices and the future of job hunting in the country.

While in the West, such as the US or EU, job applications primarily focus on a candidate's resume and cover letter, Japan’s additional requirement of an ES emphasizes the cultural difference in job hunting between these regions. If Rohto's new approach gains traction, it could lead to a job application process in Japan that more closely resembles Western practices.