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The Hidden Risks of Overtime in Side Jobs

In recent years, many individuals have turned to side jobs in an effort to boost their income. However, a troubling misconception persists: that working side jobs means that one is exempt from standard labor regulations, particularly concerning overtime. This belief can lead to significant consequences for both the worker and the employer. Under labor regulations, the total working hours from both primary and side jobs must be aggregated. If this total exceeds the mandated eight-hour workday, the additional hours are classified as overtime, subjecting the employer to the obligation of paying overtime wages.

Understanding the legal boundaries is crucial to prevent unintended penalties or financial losses. The risks involved in side jobs are often not transparent, leaving many workers unaware of how easily they can slip into the realm of overtime without realizing it. Employers, too, can face difficulties if they do not clearly delineate between their workers' responsibilities in their primary roles and any secondary endeavors.

To address these pressing issues, the Creare Talent Development Association, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, will host a free seminar on August 30, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. The session will feature Jun Ono, a certified labor and social security attorney with over 400 training sessions focused on labor and harassment issues. His approach emphasizes translating legal standards into practical strategies for the workplace.

Seminar Overview

• - Date: August 30, 2025 (Saturday)
• - Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
• - Host: Creare Talent Development Association
• - Location: Headquarters (6F, Kioicho Headquarters Building, 3-12 Kioicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo)
• - Instructor: Jun Ono, Certified Labor and Social Security Attorney / Employment Clean Planner

Topics to Be Covered

The seminar aims to answer common questions that often arise related to side jobs and overtime regulations, such as:

• - How are labor hours from side jobs and primary jobs aggregated?
• - Under what conditions are overtime payments triggered when hours exceed eight per day?
• - Who is responsible for paying overtime, the primary job or the side job?
• - Practical tips for managing hours worked across multiple jobs.
• - Key points regarding labor law compliance concerning side job hours.

About the Instructor

Jun Ono is a certified labor and social security attorney who has trained extensively in both harassment prevention and labor law since before the inception of the Anti-Power Harassment Law. His practical lectures have gained a reputation for focusing on how to implement legal frameworks effectively in the workplace. Furthermore, he supervises and instructs on the Employment Clean Planner qualification, which specializes in harassment prevention and response.

Employment Clean Planner Qualification

This online qualification is tailored for practical workplace applications concerning harassment prevention and response. In just 20 hours, participants can systematically develop their skills, making them immediately applicable to corporate training sessions. Currently, over 650 individuals across Japan have obtained this qualification and are leveraging their skills in companies, local governments, and educational institutions.

For more details, visit here.

For Media Representatives

Media personnel are welcome to contact us for interviews or coverage with Jun Ono and are encouraged to request expert commentary on labor law and harassment-related issues. We are flexible in accommodating various media formats and thematic inquiries.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this matter, please reach out to:

• - Creare Talent Development Association - Administrative Office (Contact: Ota)
• - Phone: 03-6380-8095
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: https://caa.or.jp/

Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the intersection between side jobs and labor law. Ensuring that you are protected legally is paramount in today’s workforce.