Staff writer

Many Japanese firms appear to be still wondering whether they should adopt new retirement plans for their employees. Some even feel the need to review the whole personnel system, including salaries.

Japan Pension Planning Co. provides consultation services to meet such a broad range of needs. Adopting a Japanese version of the U.S. 401(k) retirement plans is just one option the firm will recommend to its corporate clients, according to its president, Kiyoshi Ogino.