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Overview of the Average Hourly Wage Report

A recent report by Frog Co., Ltd., which specializes in analyzing job market data, reveals that the average hourly wage for temporary workers in Japan in August 2025 stands at ¥1,565. This figure reflects an 8 yen decrease from the previous month but indicates a 31 yen increase compared to the same month last year. The report also highlights that the total number of job listings for temporary positions reached 275,735, marking a decrease of 15,470 from the previous month but an increase of 5,786 in comparison to the same month last year.

Wage Trends

According to the report, the national average wage for temporary employment recorded a 0.51% decline from the previous month yet maintained a 2.02% increase when compared to the same month from the prior year. The data shows that while there has been a slight dip from July to August, the year-over-year comparison reflects a growing trend in wages, indicating possible improvements in labor demand or market conditions facilitating better pay for temporary roles.

Trends Over 25 Months

The average hourly wages have shown fluctuations over the past months, and the chart above provides a visual representation of these trends. It can be observed that despite the recent decline, the long-term trend suggests a gradual improvement in wages in the temporary worker sector, adjusting for seasonal and economic factors impacting employment.

Job Listings Statistics

The total number of job listings in August 2025 amounted to 275,735, experiencing a 5.31% decrease compared to July but reflecting a rise of 2.14% when viewed against the same timeframe in the previous year. This increase in job listings from the previous year may signify an expanding job market for temporary workers, despite the short-term drop in available positions.



The trends in job listings and wages over time offer valuable insights for stakeholders, including employers, job seekers, and policymakers aiming to understand the dynamics of the temporary job market in Japan.

Study Methodology

The data used for this report has been collected from job postings on two major recruitment platforms: 'En-Haken' and 'Hatarako Net'. Information was gathered and analyzed using Frog's proprietary job market analysis tool, 'HRog Chart'.

Sampling Method: The report focuses on job postings available as of the first Monday of each month, exclusively analyzing temporary job offers. Given that the tool aggregates data across multiple platforms, a custom keyword mapping process is applied for more accurate categorization of job types.

Geographical Scope: Job location data has been systematically collected and analyzed, ensuring that if multiple locations are listed for a job, the first mentioned location is utilized for consistency in reporting.

Conclusion

For those looking to gain deeper insights into the temporary employment market in Japan, Frog Co., Ltd. offers this detailed report that includes additional data segmented by job type and region. Interested parties are encouraged to reach out via the linked contact form for more detailed data on wage trends and job listings, tailored to their specific interests.

In summary, while the national average wage for temporary workers saw a minor decline this month, the overall trend suggests resilience and growth in the temporary job sector for the year, highlighting a competitive employment landscape ahead.

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