Group 1 - The average bonus amount for large companies in Japan reached 974,000 yen (approximately 47,510 RMB), marking the highest level since 1981 [2] - The average bonus amount has increased for four consecutive years since 2022, with the manufacturing sector seeing a year-on-year growth of 4.37%, reaching 1,029,479 yen (approximately 50,216 RMB), the highest since comparable data began in 1997 [4] - Non-manufacturing sectors experienced a year-on-year growth of 3.30%, reaching 863,726 yen (approximately 42,109 RMB), achieving positive growth for two consecutive years [5] Group 2 - The strong performance of the manufacturing industry has significantly contributed to the overall increase in bonus amounts [2] - Industries such as chemicals, textiles, and non-ferrous metals achieved double-digit growth rates [4] - The survey included responses from 154 companies across 22 industries, focusing on large enterprises with over 500 employees [5]