EBook For Temporary and Gig Economy Workers in China and Japan 1st Edition By Huiyan Fu

EBook For Temporary and Gig Economy Workers in China and Japan 1st Edition By Huiyan Fu

Many studies look at the political and economic reasons for temporary or unstable jobs, but fewer focus on the role of culture. This is important for countries like China and Japan, where Confucian values, such as respect for authority, harmony, and putting the group’s needs above the individual, still influence society today. These values can affect the way precarious jobs are organized and the laws and policies around them, especially in terms of fairness. For example, Japan has a gender divide in jobs, and China has different rules for workers based on where they live, whether in the city or the countryside.

The book Temporary and Gig Economy Workers in China and Japan looks at both culture and institutions to better understand why unequal work exists. It looks at both big-picture ideas and the real-life experiences of workers in these countries. By combining these ideas, the book gives new insights into social change in China, Japan, and other parts of the world, helping us think about how to improve working conditions in a post-pandemic world.