A recent development has sparked conversations around employee bonuses in Japan. A possible 20 million yen bonus is being reconsidered for a select group of employees. This reconsideration comes at a pivotal point when many corporations are reassessing their compensation and benefits strategies. The specifics of the move are currently under wraps, including which employees are eligible for the bonus.

Employee bonuses in Japan are typically viewed as a kind of semi-annual salary, essential in the remuneration package. Bonuses play a significant role in the country's wage structure and is a key motivational tool. They are typically calculated in relation to the company's earning performance. Therefore, such a substantial bonus is viewed as unusually generous, leading to a spike in interest and discussion.

In the US or EU, bonuses are also common, but the structure may vary significantly. Bonuses are not as embedded within the yearly salary as in Japan and might be seen more as a performance-based incentive. They are not typically determined by company performance exclusively, but more on individual or team performance metrics.