Key Facts
• July 3, 2025: Japan’s major companies’ summer bonus average hits ¥990,848, a record high.
• Small businesses face challenges in maintaining employee satisfaction and motivation.
• BOTEJYU Group introduced a new bonus system for 150 full-time employees in June 2025.
• The system, called ‘Engagement Stock,’ rewards employees with convertible virtual shares.
• Employees can check bonus amounts anytime via smartphone; bonuses are paid three times a year.
• Example: An employee’s score on July 5, 2025, was 99,130 points (1 point = ¥1).
• Top scorer from January to April 2025 earned 662,466 points, equating to nearly ¥2 million annually.
• Scores are based on 300 criteria, including internal certifications, cleaning, and monthly events.
• Employees are also evaluated by customer feedback, such as smiles and service quality.
• A Filipino employee expressed motivation from increasing scores, aiming to support her family.
Summary
BOTEJYU Group’s innovative ‘Engagement Stock’ system has transformed employee motivation by making evaluations and rewards transparent. Introduced in June 2025, the system allows employees to track their performance-based bonuses in real-time via smartphone. Bonuses are calculated based on 300 criteria, including internal certifications, cleaning, and customer feedback. Employees can earn up to ¥2 million annually, with scores tied to company performance. This approach addresses challenges faced by small businesses in maintaining employee satisfaction, setting a new standard for workplace engagement.
