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Japan

Your quick guide on talent and labor compliance norms in Japan

(The data below is for reference only. You may refer to the official government websites or contact us for updates.)

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CapitalTokyo
CurrencyJapanese Yen (JPY, ¥)
LanguagesJapanese
Payroll FrequencyMonthly, commonly on the 25th; semi-annual bonuses (summer/winter) are customary.
GDP per Capitaapprox. $33,500 (2025, IMF estimate)
Employer Tax~15–16%
CapitalTokyo
CurrencyJapanese Yen (JPY, ¥)
LanguagesJapanese
Payroll FrequencyMonthly, commonly on the 25th; semi-annual bonuses (summer/winter) are customary.
GDP per Capitaapprox. $33,500 (2025, IMF estimate)
Employer Tax~15–16%

Talent Landscape Analysis

Japan is the world's fourth-largest economy, strong in automotive, electronics and precision machinery, robotics and services. The labour market is highly skilled but tight, with a shrinking working-age population.

Major economic Cities

Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Yokohama, Fukuoka.

Skills in demand

Software and AI/data engineering, semiconductor and robotics specialists, cybersecurity, healthcare, and bilingual (Japanese-English) professionals are in strong demand.

Japan map

Salary Data

Below listed are the average salaries for some common jobs in Japan:

Employing in Japan

Onboarding Japanese employees can be a real asset to businesses expanding their operations in the country. The first step to realizing this is to be familiarized with the Japanese labor regulations. The following section shall guide you through the onboarding process.

Employee Contract
Leave Policy
Payroll
Taxes
Offboarding & Termination
Visa and Immigration
Employee Contract

Basic

 

There is no required language in Japanese employment contracts, provided it is written in a medium that all parties understand. However, most employers use the Japanese language for these documents.

 

13th Month Pay

 

13th month pay is customary in Japan. Most employers offer these incentives for their employees as a winter bonus, usually around December. 

 

Employee Benefits

 

Japanese employees are entitled to numerous benefits during their employment. Below are some of them: Health & Medical Insurances Holidays & Annual Leave Maternity & Paternity Leave Sickness & Special Ability Leave Pensions

Employee Contract

Basic

 

There is no required language in Japanese employment contracts, provided it is written in a medium that all parties understand. However, most employers use the Japanese language for these documents.

 

13th Month Pay

 

13th month pay is customary in Japan. Most employers offer these incentives for their employees as a winter bonus, usually around December. 

 

Employee Benefits

 

Japanese employees are entitled to numerous benefits during their employment. Below are some of them: Health & Medical Insurances Holidays & Annual Leave Maternity & Paternity Leave Sickness & Special Ability Leave Pensions

Leave Policy

Public and Provincial Holidays

Leave Information

Payroll

Taxes

Offboarding & Termination

Visa and Immigration

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