If you’re a student in Japan, you are allowed to work part-time under specific conditions. Here’s everything you need to know about part-time jobs (アルバイト – Arubaito) as an international student.
Work Permit for Students (Shikakugai Katsudokyoka – 資格外活動許可)
Before starting a job, you must apply for a work permit at the Immigration Bureau or request it when applying for your visa.
✔ Allowed Work Hours:
- 28 hours per week (during school terms)
- 40 hours per week (during long holidays like summer/winter breaks)
✔ Not Allowed Jobs:
❌ Jobs at bars, nightclubs, gambling centers, love hotels, adult entertainment, or illegal businesses
Common Part-Time Jobs for Students
Many students work in industries that require basic Japanese communication skills (N4/N3 level).
🍣 Food & Beverage Jobs
✔ Restaurant Staff (Waiter/Waitress, Kitchen Assistant)
✔ Café or Fast-Food Staff
✔ Dishwashing or Cleaning
🏬 Convenience & Retail Jobs
✔ Konbini (Convenience Store Staff) – Needs basic Japanese skills
✔ Supermarket Cashier
✔ Department Store Helper
🎓 Education & Office Work
✔ English Tutor or Language Teacher (Great for students with good English skills)
✔ Call Center Operator (For bilingual students)
✔ Office Assistant (Requires business-level Japanese)
🚚 Other Part-Time Jobs
✔ Factory Worker (Packaging, Sorting)
✔ Newspaper Delivery
✔ Hotel/Resort Staff (Seasonal work)
How Much Can You Earn? (Average Salary) 💰
💴 Hourly Wage: ¥900 – ¥1,500 (varies by job & location)
💴 Tokyo & Major Cities: ¥1,200 – ¥1,500 per hour
💴 Smaller Cities: ¥900 – ¥1,200 per hour
🚀 Example Monthly Salary:
If you work 28 hours per week at ¥1,000/hour → ¥112,000 per month (~NRs. 100,000)
How to Find Part-Time Jobs?
1️⃣ Job Websites (Indeed Japan, TownWork, Baitoru, MyNavi)
2️⃣ University Notice Boards (Many schools help students find jobs)
3️⃣ Walking into Stores (Ask if they’re hiring)
4️⃣ Friends & Networks (Other students can help you find jobs)
Tips for Getting a Part-Time Job
✔ Learn Basic Japanese (N4/N3 helps in most jobs)
✔ Prepare a Japanese Resume (Rirekisho – 履歴書)
✔ Be Punctual & Polite (Japanese employers value discipline)
✔ Follow Work Hour Limits (Exceeding 28 hours/week is illegal)
🚀 Want to Study & Work in Japan?
Shine Education Services helps students with:
✅ Visa Applications
✅ Part-Time Job Guidance
✅ Japanese Language Support
📞 Contact us today!
