As the social welfare system grows in complexity, non-Japanese in particular are likely feeling a sense of frustration at the lack of information available in their native language.
All foreign workers are obliged by law to join the public pension system, although many are not planning to stay here for 25 years — the minimum that one must pay into the system to receive any pension benefits.
But how much are foreign workers obliged to pay, and what benefits can they receive? What about getting a refund upon leaving Japan?
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