Foreign worker salary in Japan (Specified Skilled Worker)
Average annual income for Specified Skilled Worker visa holders working in Japan, broken down by industry. Source: Basic Survey on Wage Structure (foreign workers section).
About this visa: Work permitted in 12 specified industry sectors (care, construction, agriculture, etc.).
Avg. annual income
¥2,911,000
71,700 foreign workers in survey
vs all foreign workers
-14.3%
All foreign avg: ¥3,398,000
Monthly total
¥235,300
Regular monthly cash earnings
Specified Skilled Worker salary by industry
| Industry | Annual | Monthly | Workers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | ¥3,356,000 | ¥271,300 | 7,480 |
| Accommodation and food services | ¥3,042,000 | ¥251,200 | 3,010 |
| Services (other) | ¥3,019,000 | ¥242,300 | 1,100 |
| Manufacturing | ¥2,898,000 | ¥234,800 | 47,050 |
| Wholesale and retail trade | ¥2,804,000 | ¥221,600 | 1,180 |
| Real estate and goods rental and leasing | ¥2,651,000 | ¥215,400 | 200 |
| Medical, healthcare and welfare | ¥2,641,000 | ¥210,600 | 10,800 |
Industries are ranked by average annual income for this visa type. Click an industry to see the cross-tabulation.
Typical occupations for Specified Skilled Worker
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