Half of Japanese Creators Haven't Registered for Invoice System, Contract Rate Drops to 36.6%A · FULL TRANSLATION
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Key Points
- Approximately half of creators in Japan have not registered for the invoice system or remain undecided.
- Only 36.6% of creators have signed formal contracts with clients.
- JILLA conducted the survey to reflect the current challenges in the creators' transaction environment.
Analysis
As the creative industry grows globally, Japan's survey highlights the ongoing challenges creators face with invoice registration and contract practices. This serves as a reminder that policy development must align with industry realities to avoid unnecessary burdens.
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