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Hiring foreign talent, simplified.
Jobtopia connects skilled foreign talent with Japanese companies, offering end-to-end support from screening and interview coordination to visa applications.
Why hire foreign talent
外国人採用のメリット
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Secure young talent
Even in industries facing severe labor shortages, you can secure motivated young foreign talent with high potential.
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Diversify your team
Welcoming people from diverse backgrounds revitalizes your workplace, improves global readiness, and sparks new ideas.
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Long-term contribution
With visa application and renewal support, foreign hires can build long-term careers in Japan as core members of your team.
Our support
Jobtopiaのサポート内容
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Candidate sourcing & screening
From sourcing candidates to checking Japanese level, work history, and motivation, we introduce only those who match your needs.
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Information & selection events
We plan and run company information sessions and selection events, giving candidates a chance to learn about your company directly.
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Interview coordination
From schedule coordination to interpretation, we handle the logistics. Online interviews are fully supported.
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Visa support
In partnership with administrative scriveners, we support visa applications and renewals so you can hire with peace of mind.
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Japanese language improvement
We provide Japanese language training between the job offer and the start date, building the language skills and business manners needed on the job.
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Pre-arrival & onboarding follow-up
We carefully support every step from arrival in Japan to the first day of work — housing search, government procedures, and life orientation.
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Post-hire follow-up & support
Regular check-ins and life consultations help new hires settle in. As a registered support organization, we keep supporting both your company and your hires.
Visa comparison
ビザ別の特徴
Compare the most common Japanese work visas at a glance.
| Item | Specified Skilled Worker | Engineer / Specialist in Humanities |
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| Eligible industries | 16 fields incl. care, construction, food service, agriculture | Specialized roles such as IT, translation, sales, design |
| Period of stay | Up to 5 years (SSW (ii) is renewable) | 1, 3, or 5 years (renewable) |
| Japanese requirement | JLPT N4 or above (field-specific tests apply) | Sufficient for the role |
| Education requirement | Not required | University or vocational degree in a related field |
| Family accompaniment | Generally not allowed (allowed under SSW (ii)) | Allowed |
| Job change | Allowed within the same field | Allowed |
Available occupations
採用できる職種
Major occupations we cover, primarily under the Specified Skilled Worker visa.
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Engineering
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Humanities
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International services
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Caregiving
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Building cleaning
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Industrial product manufacturing
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Construction
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Shipbuilding & ship machinery
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Automotive repair
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Aviation
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Lodging
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Road transport
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Railway
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Agriculture
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Fishery
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Food & beverage manufacturing
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Food service
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Forestry
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Wood industry
- Gijinkoku visa
- Specified Skilled Worker (i) only
- Specified Skilled Worker (i) & (ii)
What is the Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services visa (Gijinkoku)?
The Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services visa (commonly called the "Gijinkoku" visa) is a major work visa that lets foreign nationals work in Japan using specialized knowledge and skills. It is divided into three categories — science, humanities, and international fields — and is granted for work requiring expertise rather than unskilled labor.
Overview of the Gijinkoku visa
Three eligible fields
- Technology Specialized work in the natural sciences such as science and engineering (e.g. IT engineers, mechanical designers, researchers)
- Humanities Knowledge Specialized work in the humanities such as law, economics, and sociology (e.g. accounting, HR, marketing, legal affairs)
- International Services Work that leverages foreign cultures or languages (e.g. interpretation/translation, overseas sales, language teaching, design)
Period of stay 5 years, 3 years, 1 year, or 3 months
PLANS
料金プラン
| Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services | Specified Skilled Worker | |
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| Open recruitment (New graduates / Second new graduates) | JPY 700,000 | JPY 300,000 |
| Search-based | From 30% of theoretical annual salary | — |
| Post-hire support (Registered support organization services) | — | JPY 20,000 / month |
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A dedicated consultant will guide you from understanding your hiring challenges through to candidate introductions.