There is a wide variety of jobs you can do, including:

Jobs in cities like Tokyo:

• Restaurants, cafés, and fast-food chains.
• Kindergartens and daycare centers (in English).
• Babysitting and childcare.
• Sales positions in stores (Japanese required).
• Language teacher (not only in formal language schools but also in language cafés or conversation clubs—this applies to French, Spanish, German, Chinese, etc.).
• Modeling for advertisements and performing on television.
• Cleaning staff.
• Farm work.
• Sports instructor (with prior skills and knowledge).
• Work in hotels, ryokans (traditional Japanese inns), and ski resorts.
• Light factory work and packaging products.
• Moving companies and delivery services.

Important Notes:

• While it is possible to find a job without any knowledge of Japanese, having at least basic Japanese skills significantly increases your chances.
• You can learn some Japanese before your trip and/or attend an intensive Japanese course in Tokyo during your first month (or longer) while you look for work.
• We can arrange language lessons at a language school. Later, you may consider continuing with less intensive and more affordable lessons at a community center, which we can guide you through.
• Hourly wages for these jobs range from ¥890 to ¥1,500 per hour (approximately €7.40 to €12.40).
• There are both full-time and part-time positions available. If you have a higher level of Japanese and/or professional qualifications, you can find jobs with a higher hourly wage.

About Ryokans:

A ryokan is a traditional Japanese-style inn, originally created to accommodate short-term visitors. Today, ryokans are often used as luxury accommodations, especially for Western tourists.

Main Work Locations:

Most job opportunities are available in Tokyo, but there are also options in:

• Hokkaidō (famous for volcanoes and hot springs).
• Tōhoku (known for mountains and ski resorts) in the north.
• Kantō, including Tokyo’s metropolitan area.
• Hokuriku, Tōkai, and Shikoku in central Japan.
• Kyūshū in the south.
• Sado Island, among other locations.

Freestyle Option

We take care of the processing and/or guidance for obtaining your visa, manage everything necessary for your trip, and assist you upon arrival with a welcome pack during your first days. You are responsible for finding a job on your own.

Independent Option

We handle the processing and/or guidance for obtaining your visa, manage all travel arrangements, provide a welcome pack upon arrival, and offer job assistance. Alternatively, if you already have a job offer, we can assist in processing your visa accordingly.

Standard Option

We take care of the processing and/or guidance for your visa, manage your travel arrangements, assist you upon arrival with a welcome pack, and provide job assistance to help you secure a job offer.

Full Placement Option

We handle the processing and/or guidance for your visa, arrange all necessary travel preparations, assist you upon arrival, and secure a job offer for you before you leave your home country, based on your preferences and available positions.

Important Notes:

1. The "Welcome Pack" includes accommodation, program-related arrangements, and/or cultural immersion activities. The contents vary depending on the program option and destination. This service does not apply to the United States. For more details, please refer to the "Conditions" section.

2. "Job Assistance" is a service that provides guidance in applying for jobs and/or connects you with private and/or governmental entities that support your job search. For more details, please refer to the "Conditions" section.

Freestyle Option Includes:

• Guidance and support for visa processing
• 24/7 assistance and support for any emergencies throughout your stay
• Handbook and information about Japan

Welcome Pack:

• Informational materials with key details for your arrival in Tokyo
• Accommodation arrangements (cost of accommodation not included)
• Support at the Tokyo office
• Printing of necessary documents for legalizing your stay at the Tokyo office
• Recreational activities in Tokyo
• Job board service (job offers posted at the office)
• Orientation session in Tokyo covering:
  • Residence registration
  • Taxpayer identification number
  • Local pension fund
  • Local healthcare system
  • Immigration office procedures
  • Bank account setup
  • Mobile service providers

Standard Option Includes:

• Guidance and support for visa processing
• 24/7 assistance and support for any emergencies throughout your stay, with contact available via phone, WhatsApp, email, or the local office in Tokyo
• Handbook and information about Japan
• Membership for wholesale Western food access

Job Assistance:

• Group Job Counselling Session: Orientation session (90–120 minutes) at the Tokyo office
• Individual résumé preparation for Japan
• Accompaniment to the Employment Center or one-on-one support for job searching
• Exclusive access to a list of available jobs in various fields
• Use of PCs and printers at the Tokyo office for job applications and document preparation
• Job board service (review of job postings at the office)

Welcome Pack:

• Meet & Greet at Tokyo airports (Narita or Haneda) and public transportation to accommodation (transportation included)
• Informational materials with key details for your arrival in Tokyo
• Accommodation arrangements (cost of accommodation not included)
• Printing of necessary documents for legalizing your stay at the Tokyo office
• Recreational activities in Tokyo
• Orientation session and accompaniment to the tax office in Tokyo for:
  • Residence registration
  • Taxpayer identification number
  • Local pension fund
  • Local healthcare system
  • Immigration office procedures
  • Bank account setup
  • Mobile service providers

Full Placement Option Includes:

• Guidance and support for visa processing
• Job offer from the list of available positions
• 24/7 assistance and support for any emergencies throughout your stay
• Handbook and information about Japan

Welcome Pack:

• Informational materials with key details for your arrival in Tokyo
• Accommodation arrangements (cost of accommodation not included)
• Support at the Tokyo office
• Printing of necessary documents for legalizing your stay at the Tokyo office
• Recreational activities in Tokyo
• Job board service (job offers posted at the office)
• Orientation session in Tokyo covering:
  • Residence registration
  • Taxpayer identification number
  • Local pension fund
  • Local healthcare system
  • Immigration office procedures
  • Bank account setup
  • Mobile service providers

WHAT THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Airfare to Japan
• Airport pick-up and/or accommodation for the first few days (subject to availability)
• Accident insurance (mandatory)
• Visa (if applicable)
• Personal documentation costs
• Accommodation search and/or additional hostel nights

PROGRAM COSTS

Additional Costs Payable to XPA:

• Registration fee
• Airfare to Japan
• Airport pick-up and/or accommodation for the first few days (optional, subject to availability)
• Accident insurance (mandatory)

Personal Costs:

• Visa fees
• Personal documentation costs
• Accommodation search and/or additional nights

Additionally, you can opt for the following services associated with the program:

Japanese Course

You can attend a Japanese course during the initial stage of your program if requested. It is recommended to have at least a basic knowledge of the language to improve job opportunities and achieve better cultural immersion.

Accommodation

We can assist you in finding both temporary and permanent accommodation upon your arrival.