mainichi.jp/english/articles/20260324/p2a/00m/0na/009000c

KYOTO — In November 2025, seven assistant language teachers (ALTs) employed by a private firm and working at prefectural high schools in Kyoto Prefecture went on strike, demanding better pay. They do the same job as other ALTs — yet earn more than 1 million yen (approx. $6,290) less per year. The reason comes down to how they were hired.

Thank you for your hard work. Have a bag of peanuts.