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Japan

Direct links to this country's most useful job boards.

  1. 1Doda

    The country's largest, most popular local platform

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  2. 2MyNavi

    Designed for students and recent graduates

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  3. 3Indeed Japan

    Aggregator that pulls listings from many sites

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  4. 4Rikunabi

    Designed for students and recent graduates

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  5. 5Daijob

    Offers bilingual listings (local language + English)

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  6. 6Wantedly

    Focused on startups and young companies

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  7. 7BizReach

    For senior and executive-level roles

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  8. 8GaijinPot Jobs

    Convenient for expats and foreign nationals

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  9. 9Career Cross

    Offers bilingual listings (local language + English)

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  10. 10Townwork

    Part-time and casual work listings

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  11. 11En Japan

    Has a wide database of listings

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  12. 12Green

    Specializes in tech/IT roles

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CV format guide

What to know about local CV conventions before you apply in this country.

Local term: 履歴書 (Rirekisho)Photo: Usually expected

Japan uses a standardized "rirekisho" form: 1 fixed page, with a strictly-specified photo required (3x4cm, formal, taken within the last 3-6 months, placed top-right). A separate "shokumu-keirekisho" document covers detailed work history.

These are general guidelines based on common practice, not hard rules — a specific employer's expectations can differ. When in doubt, it's safe to keep both a with-photo and a without-photo version ready.