The government has indicated a policy of adding the motor vehicle transportation industry to the Specified Skilled Worker status in 2024, with more than 20,000 workers expected to be accepted. This article examines the current situation of Vietnamese drivers who have acquired driving skills in Japan, as well as the training systems connecting foreign workers with Japan's transportation industry.
Amid the continuing labor shortage in the transportation industry, the government is reportedly considering expanding the acceptance of foreign drivers as part of its policy. The motor vehicle transportation industry is expected to be added to the Specified Skilled Worker status, with more than 20,000 workers envisaged.
At the same time, concerns have been raised about safety in the conversion of driver's licenses obtained overseas for use in Japan, known as foreign driver's license conversion. The importance of appropriate on-the-job driver training is being emphasized. The article introduces efforts by companies that connect foreign workers with Japan's transportation industry through thorough safety training.
The reporting includes visits to sending organizations in Vietnam, accepting organizations in Japan and logistics company operations, examining their training methods and workers' proficiency in logistics operations.
The article focuses on the training and deployment of foreign workers, following how they adapt not only their driving skills but also to Japan's traffic regulations and operational practices.