Why It’s So Hard to Quit a Job in Japan

Saying "I quit" shouldn't require a mediator, right? This week on Spill the Matcha, Misato and Cherine break down the incredibly awkward, high-stress, and culturally complex world of quitting a job in Japan. While changing careers is normal in many parts of the world, Japan’s traditional corporate culture still treats leaving a company like a major breakup. The girls dive into the extreme guilt of meiwaku (causing trouble for others) and discuss the wild, booming business of Taishoku Daiko—agencies you literally pay to quit your job for you so you never have to face your boss again.Sponsors:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ninja Wifi (use Code MATCHA10 for 10% OFF)⁠