Nishi-Nippon Railroad (Nishitetsu) has agreed to a significant wage increase for 4,000 employees, with an average raise of 10,200 yen per month, marking the highest level in 29 years. The company cited rising prices and the need to secure and retain talent as reasons for the increase. This trend of major wage increases among Kyushu companies may potentially spread to small and medium-sized enterprises. Source: NHK
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