The majority of Japan’s workers are what are known as "part-time employees."
Part-time employee means a person whose usual working hours are shorter than those of standard workers; however, as a general principle, the laws relating to labor are also applicable to part-time employees.
In addition, with regard to insurance, part-time employees are also entitled to Workmen's Accident Compensation Insurance benefits, employment insurance and health insurance as long as the part-timer fulfills the set conditions.