Starting in FY2026: 'Child and Child-Rearing Support Fund System' – How Should Companies Respond? BizUp Soken Launches Comprehensive 'Business Law Training' on e-JINZAI from June 11, 2026

BizUp Soken Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Takahiro Yoshioka), a provider of comprehensive training services, announces the launch of a newly developed 'Business Law Training' course on its e-JINZAI platform starting Thursday, June 11, 2026. This course is designed for HR and labor management personnel and executives, offering clear explanations of key practical aspects of the 'Child and Child-Rearing Support Fund System,' including its purpose, the rationale for using social insurance channels, corporate and employee burdens, and changes in employee benefits.

To reverse the trend of declining birthrates before the 2030s, the Japanese government has established the 'Children's Future Strategy (Acceleration Plan).' To ensure the stable long-term implementation of these initiatives, the 'Child and Child-Rearing Support Fund System' will launch in FY2026 (Reiwa 8). The introduction of this system will broadly impact corporate management and HR operations, affecting payroll processing, employee communications, revisions to employment regulations, and organizational management reforms.

【Why Is This New 'Support Fund System' Necessary Now?】

This system, introduced as a funding source for the government's 'Acceleration Plan,' creates a 'cycle of mutual support' in which all generations and businesses share responsibility for child-rearing. Children supported by these funds will one day sustain Japan’s social security and economy, meaning benefits extend to all, including single individuals and the elderly. To minimize system establishment costs and ensure broad societal support, the existing public health insurance collection framework is being utilized.

＜How Will Burdens and Benefits Change? Key Points to Understand＞
■ Corporate and Employee Contribution Burdens and Collection Mechanism

The support fund rate for FY2026 will be a uniform 0.23%, split equally between employer and employee (each paying half of 0.23% of the standard monthly remuneration), similar to health insurance premiums. Importantly, this system is offset by reforms in social security expenditures, meaning there will be 'no substantial additional burden' on companies or employees.
Key practical collection rules are as follows.

■ Expansion of Child Allowances and the Introduction of Two New Benefit Programs

The collected support funds will be used to expand child allowances and establish new benefit programs, increasing total support per child up to high school age by approximately ¥1.46 million. The main expanded support measures and their rollout schedule are as follows.

In addition to these measures, a 'Pregnant Women Support Benefit' will be introduced, providing ¥50,000 upon pregnancy registration and an additional ¥50,000 per child during late pregnancy. Economic support for working parents and child-rearing households will be significantly enhanced.

＜Corporate Challenges and Initial Steps for Implementation＞

Internal Communication:
It is crucial to clearly communicate to employees the rationale behind the payroll deductions starting in May 2026, emphasizing the 'zero net burden' principle and the long-term benefits of the support system.

Employment Regulation Revisions:
With an expected increase in employees—both men and women—taking childcare leave or opting for reduced working hours, companies must revise their childcare and caregiving leave policies to comply with the latest legal requirements.

Organizational Updates:
Anticipating longer childcare leaves and increased flexible work arrangements, companies must conduct work audits, standardize processes to reduce dependency on individuals, establish smooth handover systems, and transition toward organizational management that supports diverse work styles, including telework.

Adopting these flexible management practices will help realize the system’s goal of promoting 'shared work and shared parenting' within the workplace.

【Complete Practical Guidance in One Course: e-JINZAI 'Business Law Training'】

In addition to the key points outlined above, we have launched an e-learning course that clearly explains, via video, the practical steps companies should take, methods for communicating with employees, and key checkpoints for revising employment regulations. From understanding the background of complex legal changes to practical implementation, this course enables efficient learning in a short time. It is ideal for internal HR training and management awareness programs.

'Business Law' Training – 'Child and Child-Rearing Support Fund System':
https://www.ejinzai.jp/categories/current/business_law/?service=business

＜Summary＞

The 'Child and Child-Rearing Support Fund System' is a vital mechanism for society to nurture future generations. While the 2026 launch presents challenges such as operational adjustments and internal policy revisions, it also offers a significant opportunity to create a workplace environment conducive to work-life balance, helping attract and retain top talent. By understanding the system’s significance and proactively updating internal regulations and organizational management, companies can build sustainable, inclusive organizations where diverse talent can thrive.
For more information: https://training.ejinzai.jp/training-by-purpose/kodomo-kosodate-shienkin/

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