Japan's Starting Salary Revolution: Inside the $2,000 Monthly Era

Japan's starting salaries are hitting record highs — but rising rents, bonus system overhauls, and Gen Z's unique spending habits are reshaping the entire economy. Sakura and Haru unpack it all.

◆Introduction: The seismic shift in how Japan pays, rewards, and retains its youngest workers.

Nearly 68% of Japanese companies raised starting salaries in 2026, with one firm offering $93,000 to fresh graduates. Meanwhile, Sony abolished winter bonuses, salary prepayment apps are booming, and Tokyo rents are outpacing wage growth. In this episode, Sakura and Professor Haru explore how Japan's starting salary revolution is transforming not just paychecks — but how an entire generation works, spends, and lives.

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