Skip to contentThe Asahi Shimbun >National Report >articleTHE ASAHI SHIMBUNNovember 25, 2022 at 18:00 JSTAn Uber Eats delivery worker on the job in Tokyo (Asahi Shimbun file photo)The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Labor Relations Commission ruled on Nov. 25 that Uber Eats delivery workers have the right to form a labor union and seek collective bargaining.The Uber Eats Union, which consists of delivery workers, demanded collective bargaining with companies including Uber Japan regarding compensation for accidents that occur on delivery runs and transparency in how payment is determined.In March 2020, the union asked the labor commission for help over what it alleges are unfair labor practices.It argued that they are sole proprietors and can choose their time and place of work, and even refuse a job offer.4 die in accident on Tomei Expressway in KanagawaNovember 10, 2022Ohtani, Darvish loom large at Fighters’ new home stadiumNovember 9, 2022Many parts of Japan witness a rare lunar and planet eclipseNovember 9, 2022Visit this page for the latest news on Japan’s battle with the novel coronavirus pandemic."