Fatal Flaws in Japan's Training System The recent death of 21 year old Indonesian technical trainee Indra Kurniawan, who was caught in a mixer at Toda Kogyo's plant in Hiroshima Prefecture, has highlighted the risks faced by foreign workers in Japan's manufacturing sector.
The incident is particularly tragic given that it underscores a broader issue: Japan's training system for migrant workers prioritizes productivity over safety.
For decades, Japanese manufacturers have relied on technical trainees from countries like Indonesia to fill labor gaps and boost production.