Part-Time Work in Japan for Students: Permits, Salary, and Types of Jobs Working in Japan 💸

Part-Time Salary 💰

Salaries are paid hourly (jikyū). The average rates are:

• Tokyo & major cities: ¥1,100 – ¥1,300 per hour.

• Smaller/rural cities: ¥900 – ¥1,100 per hour.

It's pretty good! If you work 28 hours/week at ¥1,100/hour, you could earn around ¥123,000/month! That's enough to cover basic living expenses. ✨

Popular & Legal Job Types for Students 🧑‍🎓

There are many suitable and legal job options, such as:

• Restaurants & Cafes: Waiter/waitress, kitchen staff, dishwashing. Great for practicing your language skills! 🗣️

• Convenience Stores (Konbini): Cashier, stocking shelves. Widely available everywhere. 🏪

• Light Factory Work: Packing, sorting goods. Suitable for those whose Japanese isn't yet fluent. 📦

• Cleaning Staff: Cleaning hotels/offices. Physically demanding, but stable pay. 🧹

• Event Staff/Promoter: Assisting with events or concerts. Flexible and fun! 🎉

• Language Teacher/Tutor Assistant: Teaching languages (Indonesian/English). Higher pay! 👩‍🏫

• Warehouse Staff & Courier: Sorting packages. High demand during peak seasons. 🚚

  
  

General Requirements for Getting Hired 👋

• Minimum 18 years old & holding an active student visa.

• Must have a work permit from immigration.

• At least basic Japanese language (Nihongo) ability.

• Possess a Zairyū Card & a local bank account.

• Be disciplined and punctual! ⏰

Success Tips ✨

• Choose work that doesn't interfere with your studies. Prioritize your education! 📚

• Use part-time work as an opportunity to practice daily Japanese.

• Look for job information from your school, community, or Nakamura Study Japan. They can help!

• Avoid illegal jobs (night bars, adult entertainment) as they carry a risk of deportation! 🚨

  
  

Part-time work in Japan is more than just money; it's an opportunity to gain experience, adapt to the culture, and become more independent. You can absolutely cover your own living expenses while studying and learning the language there! Isn't that great? 💪

Want to know more about studying and working in Japan? Feel free to get a free consultation with the Nakamura Study Japan team! 💖