[Social Insurance Labor Consultant Explanation] Failure to Include Information May Result in a Fine of Up to 100,000 Yen. Pitfalls of Labor Condition Notification Forms Due to "Equal Pay for Equal Work" Rule Changes Effective October 2026 and Corporate Countermeasures Revealed

The Claire Human Resource Development Association (Head Office: Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yasuhiro Sakai) has released a new video explaining the risks of fines (penalties) that companies face and key points for practical response, in light of multiple rule changes concerning "Equal Pay for Equal Work" that will be enforced on October 1, 2026.

The most crucial point in these rule changes is the mandatory addition of new items to the "Labor Condition Notification Form" handed out when hiring part-time or fixed-term employees. Specifically, it must clearly state that employees can request an explanation of the reasons for differences in treatment compared to regular employees, and the contact point (department, name, contact information) for such inquiries. Failure to comply with this disclosure obligation will result in a fine (penalty) of up to 100,000 yen imposed on the company.

What is even more serious is that this is not a matter that can be resolved simply by including the information on the form. The person named as the contact on the notification form bears the obligation to provide a clear and reasonable explanation to the worker when requested, regarding "why there are differences in treatment."

Summary Explainer Video of This Seminar

A summary version of this seminar is being pre-released on YouTube for media representatives and corporate personnel. The content allows for a quick grasp of the system's overview and key points.

Individual Q&A Session for Media and Corporate Representatives

Our association's dedicated social insurance labor consultants will directly answer your questions regarding the background of this matter and more specific examples that cannot be fully conveyed in the video.

Date & Time: July 8, 2026 (Wed) 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Time adjustment possible for individual consultations)

Format: Phone or online (either is acceptable)

Target Audience: Media, press representatives, and corporate personnel

Fee: Free

Application: Please contact the secretariat at 【[email protected]】.

Questions and Inquiries We Will Address

- What is the full scope of the "Equal Pay for Equal Work" rule changes effective October 1, 2026?

- What are the specific wording and examples of entries that must be added to the Labor Condition Notification Form?

- If information is omitted, will a fine (penalty) truly be collected?

- What is the correct way to respond when a worker requests an explanation about "differences in treatment compared to regular employees"?

- What is the verification procedure for "unreasonable differences" that the company should undertake before the designated person is put on the spot?

Speaker Introduction

Jun Ono Certified Social Insurance Labor Consultant. Has presented over 400 harassment and labor training sessions for companies and educational institutions. Known for practical lectures that emphasize "how to implement laws in the field," and also supervises and lectures for the "Employment Clean Planner" qualification.

About Claire Human Resource Development Association

Established in 2023 as a group company of SA Corporation. Engaged in qualification and training businesses specializing in employment, labor, and harassment prevention. Over 750 individuals nationwide have obtained the "Employment Clean Planner" qualification and are active in companies, local governments, and educational settings.

Official Website: https://koyo-clean.com/