To companies employing foreign nationals

The Current State of "Communication Problems" with Foreign Workers: In recent years, against the backdrop of labor shortages due to the declining birthrate and aging population, the number of companies accepting foreign workers as specified skilled workers or technical interns has increased rapidly. While these workers are expected to be diligent and hardworking, many workplaces are facing "communication problems."

Language barriers pose a "future risk" to businesses: decreased work efficiency and quality due to communication errors. As the acceptance of foreign workers increases, a major challenge companies face is communication errors due to language differences. The cause is not simply a lack of Japanese language proficiency, but rather "ambiguous instructions" and "differences in understanding levels."

Why "Communication with Foreign Employees" is Important for Companies: The Background of Labor Shortages and Diversity In Japan, the declining working population is exacerbating labor shortages, making the recruitment of foreign talent an important option. They have already become indispensable in manufacturing, nursing care, and service industries, and in recent years, innovation based on diverse values has been increasing.

Why do problems arise in communication with foreign workers? ① Differences in Japanese language skills are a major obstacle. A major challenge in communicating with foreign workers is the difference in Japanese language skills. In many cases, they can hold everyday conversations, but they do not understand the specialized terminology or ambiguous expressions used in the workplace.

What is the foreign worker issue? What is happening in Japan now and why are the number of foreign workers increasing? The biggest reason for the increase in foreign workers in Japan is the serious labor shortage caused by the declining birthrate and aging population. Due to the decrease in the working population, many industries such as manufacturing, nursing care, construction, and accommodation and food service cannot secure enough personnel with only Japanese workers.