The Freelance Promotion Law in Japan has instigated an investigation into the work conditions in Japan Post. This move emerges from concerns over potential infringement on rights stipulated by the aforementioned law, primarily focusing on the protection of freelance and gig workers. Details on whether any actions will be taken against Japan Post will unfold as the investigation proceeds.

Japan’s recent introduction of the Freelance Promotion Law is particularly impactful, as it directly addresses the rights and protection of freelance and gig economy workers. Japan Post being put under the lens shows the seriousness of the government in implementing the law. Due to the increase of freelance work amidst Covid-19, the Japanese public is keenly interested in how this law will reshape employment norms.

In the US and the EU, freelance and gig economy workers still struggle with lack of security and labor rights depends on state to state or varies in different countries. However, these regions have made strides with laws offering some protection for freelancers, but there is still ongoing debate about the proper balance between flexibility and security.