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Quick Answer The best job sites for foreigners in Japan are GaijinPot Jobs, Daijob (bilingual roles), LinkedIn Japan, and TokyoDev (tech). Japanese language (N2 level) dramatically expands your options, but many tech and international companies hire English-only candidates. Job hunting in Japan as a foreigner is not like job hunting anywhere else. The market has real demand for foreign talent — but you need to know where to look and how to present yourself. Here’s a practical guide to finding work in Japan. ...

Part-time work in Japan as a foreigner is legally possible on most visa types — but the rules on hours and job types depend on your specific visa status. Getting this wrong has serious immigration consequences. Here’s what you’re actually allowed to do and how to find work. Can You Work Part-Time? It depends on your visa. Visa Type Part-Time Work Allowed? Student visa Yes — up to 28 hours/week (資格外活動許可 required) Working Holiday Yes — no hour limit, some restrictions by industry Spouse/Dependent visa Yes — up to 28 hours/week Engineer/IT/Other work visa Only in your permitted field — check your status Tourist/Short-stay No Permanent Resident Yes — no restrictions Student visa holders must apply for shikaku-gai katsudo kyoka (資格外活動許可) at the immigration bureau. Without this, working is illegal even part-time. ...