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Critical Online Seminar on Disability Pension Issues

The expert insurance company dedicated to supporting persons with disabilities, Zenchi Kyosai, will host an essential online seminar addressing the alarming rise in disability pension denials, scheduled for May 31, 2025. This seminar aims to discuss the current state and challenges of the disability pension system and propose actionable solutions.

Background of the Seminar

Recent reports reveal a worrying surge in the number of denied disability pensions, particularly affecting individuals with mental and developmental disabilities. According to Kyodo News, the denial rate has doubled compared to the fiscal year 2023.

Several structural issues are at play behind this disturbing trend, including changes in the Japan Pension Service's internal policies, biases in the discretion of assessment physicians, and a transparency deficit within the system. Advocacy groups and legal experts have raised significant concerns calling for a reevaluation of the assessment methods and the introduction of multidisciplinary committees to foster participatory reforms.

This upcoming seminar will bring together voices from diverse perspectives, including journalists who reported on the issue, legal professionals, and family members of individuals affected by the system. The goal is to share insights into the current state of the disability pension system and to spread proposals emphasizing a support framework that ensures no one is left behind.

Seminar Details

• - Title: "Critical Online Seminar on Disability Pension Issues"
• - Date: May 31, 2025 (Saturday)
• - Time: 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM (JST)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Viewing Method: Online via YouTube Live (registration required for the URL)
• - Registration Link: Sign Up Here

Speaker Profiles

Tohru Ichikawa

Special Reporting Editor, Kyodo News
Born in 1972, Tohru Ichikawa joined Kyodo News in 1996, working through local branches before serving as a labor ministry cap at the Tokyo headquarters and a London correspondent. Recently, he reported on the rise in disability pension denials and stands as a parent of a child with Down syndrome.

Takeshi Fujioka

Attorney & Head of Fujioka Law Office
Born in 1962, Takeshi Fujioka left Chuo University’s law school in 1985 and worked at a cleaning company, scrubbing high-rise windows before passing the bar exam at 30. He established the Fujioka Law Office in April 2001, dedicating his career to advocating for the rights of disabled individuals.

Yoshie Takano

Chairperson, Saitama Prefecture Hand-in-Hand Development Association
Yoshie Takano is also the chair of the Center for Rights Protection within the National Hand-in-Hand Development Association. She leads the initiatives of various organizations in Saitama Prefecture aimed at supporting the rights of individuals with disabilities.

Conclusion

This seminar promises to provide crucial insights and collaborative recommendations for addressing the pressing challenges within the disability pension system effectively. Join us to be part of a conversation that seeks to pave the way for a more equitable support framework. For more details, refer to this link: Learn More

About Zenchi Kyosai

Company Name: Zenchi Kyosai Co., Ltd.
Location: 4th Floor, Kudan Kita 325 Building, 3-2-5 Kudan Kita, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
CEO: Shigeaki Enomoto
Business Type: Small Amount and Short-Term Insurance (Kanto Finance Bureau No. 14)
Website: Visit Us