President of a construction company in Tomakomai accused of cruelty to employees

A scandal has erupted in the city of Tomakomai (Hokkaido Prefecture) surrounding the head of a construction company, who is accused of physical abuse and humiliation of employees. According to local sources, workers were allegedly forced to kneel and subjected to harsh treatment.

The incident has sparked public debate about corporate culture and working conditions in Japan, where the issue of overtime and pressure from management has previously been a topic of discussion.