Japan's most influential business federation, Keidanren, recently revealed instances of harassment within the organization. They have announced strict disciplinary measures to combat this issue. The announcement comes following increased scrutiny into business practices in Japan, where workplace harassment cases have been on the rise. The exact nature of the reported harassment and individuals involved have been kept confidential as per the organization's policy.

In Japan, numerous companies have been struggling with the issue of workplace harassment. The Corporate Governance Code revised in 2021 paved the way for initiatives to promote workplace diversity and prevent harassment. With the Keidanren being the most influential business federation, its action towards addressing harassment may bear significant influence on Japanese businesses.

In the U.S. and EU, harassment claims are taken very seriously, with established channels for reporting and rapid disciplinary actions. Similar to Japan, confidentiality in such cases is paramount, preserving an individual's privacy while an investigation is conducted.