In Japan, a new type of part-time job is attracting attention from all age groups. This is a combination of resort and part-time job, and refers to a new type of labor that works at a resort in a tourist destination and enjoys vacation life.
The main stage is a variety of recreational facilities such as ryokans, ski resorts, and hotels throughout Japan. Initially, it was popular among working holiday preparation students or college students during vacation, but recently, the range has been expanded to middle-aged people who are about to retire.
According to Japan’s largest job search platform “Rizoba Dotcom,” the hourly wage is usually around 1,100 to 1,400 yen, which is higher than the minimum wage in Japan. Working hours are rather long, with more than 10 hours a day.
Particularly noteworthy is that it is emerging as a new job for the elderly. As tasks with relatively low barriers to entry, such as washing dishes, cleaning, and hospitality, are dominated, they are in the spotlight as the “second life” of retirees.
“It’s good to be able to form a new community with peers in the same situation,” said a Japanese man who said, “I can earn income while living in a travel destination that I couldn’t dream of when I was working.”
An industry official said, “In some cases, middle-aged and elderly people are recognized for their past work experience and are given preferential treatment,” adding, “Especially if they have foreign language skills, they can receive a ‘premium hourly wage’.”
Experts say this phenomenon is the result of a combination of a shortage of workers due to rapid aging and retirees’ demand for new jobs. In fact, major tourist destinations in Japan are increasing their employment of middle-aged people.
Rizzova usually has a short-term contract of 2-4 months, and it is known that the intensity of work is higher than that of a general part-time job. However, it is attracting particular attention from people to raise a large amount of money due to the large cost reduction effect of providing accommodation and lodging.
SALLY LEE
US ASIA JOURNAL
