Japan remains one of the top world economies. According to Forbes, Japan stands on the third spot this 2023 with its powerhouse economy in technological advancement, manufacturing sectors, high quality exports as well as the service industry.  

For 2023, Japan achieved a new high of 298, 790 companies with employed foreign workers. This only means more opportunities for foreigners to work despite of the cultural and language barriers.  

Tokyo has the largest number of foreign workers, next is Aichi prefecture, and followed by Osaka prefecture. These three are considered as the megacities in Japan where large companies and tourists are gathered.  

The following jobs are just one of the many jobs offered and are expected to continue to boom for the coming years.

Available Jobs

SOFTWARE ENGINEER 

With the rise of AI, the demand for the tech industry in Japan will continue to rise especially in huge cities in Japan like Tokyo. As a prowess of technology, Japan will undoubtedly create more promising jobs for this industry.  

¥6,300,000 – ¥8,000,000

(Salary Reference via Glassdoor.com )

ENGLISH TEACHER 

Japan might be the most desirable country for English teachers due to its great compensation and benefits compared to other jobs offered to foreigners. More businesses, institutions and universities require English proficiency which creates a bridge to foreign English teachers. There are numerous ways to apply as an English teacher such as JET Program, Assistant Language Teacher (ALT), Eikawa, Universities, and International Schools. 

¥2,400,000 – ¥7,200,000 

(Salary Reference via www.tefl.org)

JAPANESE TRANSLATOR 

Japan has already opened its borders for international tourists and is expected to increase for the next years. The rise in tourism and foreign employment adds to the high demand of translators to ease the language barrier. Translators are required to be proficient not only in language, but also be accustomed to the cultural nuances between Japanese and foreigners.  

The compensation varies with the qualifications of the translator such as certifications, level of experience and education.  

 ¥5,572,806 and ¥9,082,750  

(Salary Reference via Salary.com)

FACTORY AND CONSTRUCTION WORKERS

Japan seeks for skilled workers to meet the demands of the manufacturing and construction industry. The country needs more people for manual labor with expertise in this kind of industry to perform Japan`s well-crafted products. These kinds of jobs usually acquire better compensation in Japan compared to the home countries.  

¥ 2,139,943 and ¥ 3,281,810 

(Salary Reference via Economic Research Institute)

CAREGIVERS 

The growth of the aging population in Japan is one of the most intriguing issues in the country. The need for healthcare providers especially for caregivers is promising to foreigners who want to work in Japan. This job requires Japanese proficiency and certifications to be qualified in this high demand industry. 

¥ 2,467,530 and ¥ 3,759,584

(Salary Reference via Economic Research Institute)

References:

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/01/27/national/foreign-worker-population-japan/

https://japan-dev.com/blog/jobs-in-japan-for-foreigners

https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/tokyo-factory-worker-salary-SRCH_IL.0,5_IM1071_KO6,20.html