Work

Key Industries

Manufacturing

  • Automotive industry (Mazda headquarters)
  • Electronics and semiconductor production
  • Shipbuilding and marine engineering
  • Precision machinery and equipment

Technology & IT

  • Software development companies
  • AI and robotics startups
  • Game development studios
  • Cloud services and SaaS companies

Business Services

  • Consulting and advisory services
  • Finance and banking
  • Real estate and property management
  • Trading and commerce

Education & Research

  • Research institutions and labs
  • International schools and universities
  • Language education services
  • Publishing and educational materials

Work Visa Information

  • 1

    Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services

    For professionals in engineering, IT, education, translation, marketing, and other specialized fields requiring university degree or equivalent experience.

    Most Common Professional Degree Required
  • 2

    Highly Skilled Professional

    Points-based system for highly skilled foreign professionals. Offers preferential immigration treatment and faster path to permanent residency.

    Fast Track Points System Premium Benefits
  • 3

    Intra-company Transferee

    For employees transferred from overseas offices of multinational companies. No minimum salary requirement but company must be established.

    Multinational Transfer Company Sponsored
  • 4

    Business Manager

    For entrepreneurs starting or managing a business in Japan. Requires minimum capital investment and clear business plan.

    Entrepreneur Investment Required Business Owner

Startup & Business Support

Innovation Hub

Hiroshima Innovation Hub provides co-working spaces, mentorship, networking events, and connections to investors for startups.

Funding Support

Access to government grants, angel investors, venture capital, and low-interest loans for qualifying businesses and startups.

Networking Events

Regular business meetups, pitch competitions, international networking events, and industry-specific conferences throughout the year.

Business Training

Free workshops on Japanese business culture, legal requirements, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship fundamentals.

Work Environment & Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Many companies in Hiroshima are adopting flexible work hours, remote work options, and promoting work-life balance initiatives.

Health Insurance

Comprehensive national health insurance coverage with employer contributions. Low-cost medical care at quality facilities.

Pension System

Mandatory pension contributions with employer matching. Benefits transferable or refundable when leaving Japan.

Professional Development

Training and skill development programs, language learning support, career advancement opportunities, and international assignment programs.

Salary & Cost of Living

Average Salaries

Entry Level: ¥2.5M - 3.5M/year
Mid-Career: ¥4M - 6M/year
Senior/Manager: ¥6M - 10M+/year

Housing Costs

More affordable than Tokyo or Osaka. Average rent for 1-bedroom apartment in city center: ¥50,000-70,000/month.

Living Expenses

Monthly living costs (single person): ¥150,000-200,000 including rent, food, transport, and utilities.

Career Growth

Strong opportunities for advancement in growing industries. International experience valued by employers.

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