Hizatsuki Confectionery, facing a shortage of domestic labor due to Japan's aging population, has begun hiring foreign workers, marking a significant shift in their employment strategy.
The company's president, Takeo Hizatsuki, acknowledges an existential challenge: unlike his predecessors, he must now adapt to a labor market that includes foreign workers.
In rural areas of Japan, where labor shortages are critical, companies like Hizatsuki Confectionery are only beginning to navigate the integration of foreign employees.
According to Yuki Hashimoto from RIETI, foreign workers have become essential for the survival of small and medium businesses, suggesting a pivotal change in Japan's workforce.
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