The amount of sickness benefits provided in Japan has increased significantly due to rising mental health issues, with the current year's total exceeding 600 billion yen.
The Japan government has reported a continuous rise in the amount of sickness benefits, known as 'Shibyō Teatekin', which are provided when individuals are unable to work due to injury or illness. In the most recent data for FY 2023, the payment has exceeded 600 billion yen, marking a 1.6-fold increase over the last five years. A substantial contributing factor to this rise is the increase in mental health-related issues, emphasizing the urgent need for 'mental health' security in workplaces across the nation.
