Rules You Must Follow
The 5 Critical Rules
01
28 hours/week max
During regular school terms. Violations can lead to status revocation.
02
40 hours/week during long breaks
Summer, winter, and spring breaks only.
03
Permission required
Apply at the airport on arrival — free, simple. Working without it is illegal.
04
No adult-entertainment industry
Pachinko, hostess bars, mahjong parlors, nightclubs — all completely prohibited.
05
Studies come first
Poor attendance can affect your visa renewal.
Popular Job Types
Common Student Jobs
Convenience Store
¥1,100–1,300/h
Japanese N4–N3 recommended. Flexible shifts.
Restaurant
¥1,100–1,400/h
Hall and kitchen positions. Free meals included.
Hotel Cleaning
¥1,200–1,500/h
No Japanese needed. Often early-morning shifts.
Warehouse / Delivery
¥1,200–1,600/h
No Japanese needed. Physical work.
Translation
¥1,500–3,000/h
Nepali ↔ Japanese. N2+ recommended.
Cram School Tutor
¥1,500–2,500/h
English or math. N3+ recommended.