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Salary Trends in Tokyo's Beauty Sector: 2026 Overview

As of May 2026, Zenken Co., a Tokyo-based company, has conducted an extensive salary survey in the beauty industry, focusing on various roles such as hairdressers, estheticians, nail technicians, and eyelash stylists. For this research, Zenken used job listings from their specialized beauty job site, "美プロ" (BiPro), to extract salary data segmented by job type, employment form, and geographical region. The survey aims to provide a clearer understanding of salary differences based on the established minimum wage in Tokyo, which is set at ¥1,226.

Findings for Full-Time Employees

The study reveals significant differences in monthly salaries for full-time employees in the beauty industry during May 2026:

• - Hairdressers: An average of ¥40,398 above the minimum wage, totaling ¥256,174.
• - Estheticians: An increase of ¥39,285, leading to a monthly salary of ¥255,061.
• - Nail Technicians: An added ¥18,176, amounting to ¥233,952.
• - Eyelash Stylists: An increase of ¥27,411, resulting in a salary of ¥243,187.

These figures illustrate that professionals in the beauty sector are earning considerably more than the minimum wage, reflecting the high demand and specialized skills required in these professions.

Findings for Part-Time Employees

The analysis extends to part-time positions, where the average hourly wages indicate a more modest increase above the minimum wage:

• - Hairdressers: An average hourly wage of ¥1,402, which is ¥176 above the minimum.
• - Estheticians: A rate of ¥1,410, surpassing the minimum by ¥184.
• - Nail Technicians: Paid an hourly wage of ¥1,358, with a ¥132 increase.
• - Eyelash Stylists: Earning ¥1,404 an hour, which is ¥178 more than the mandatory minimum.

While part-time salaries are lower compared to those of full-time roles, they still show a positive trend, suggesting a competitive market.

Survey Methodology

The survey was conducted in May 2026, relying on self-collected data from job listings in "美プロ" that featured opportunities across various beauty roles in Tokyo. The methodology involved extracting salary information for both full-time and part-time positions, allowing for a comprehensive analysis of the current job market in the beauty industry.

What is BiPro?

"美プロ" (BiPro) stands out as a dedicated job portal catering to the beauty industry, encompassing a wide range of professions such as hairdressers, estheticians, nail technicians, eyelash stylists, beauty advisors, bridal consultants, and fitness trainers across Japan. From Hokkaido to Okinawa, it provides a plethora of job listings, connecting employers with skilled professionals in this thriving sector.

Zenken aims to further enrich the beauty industry by continually offering quality job information and enhancing the labor market's fluidity.

Zenken Company Overview

Founded in 1975 and established in 1978, Zenken Co. is headquartered in Azabu-dai, Tokyo. Under the leadership of President Jun Nishino, the company has made significant contributions to the beauty sector. Zenken is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Stock Code: 7371) and continues to innovate in the job recruitment landscape.

For those looking to enter or advance in the beauty industry, the insights from this survey can serve as a valuable resource in understanding market trends and salary expectations.