Japan's Average Monthly Salary for Full-Time Employees Reaches 296,793 Yen in July 2026
In a recent report released by Frog Inc., located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, the average monthly salary for full-time employees in Japan rose to 296,793 yen in July 2026. This figure reflects a modest increase of 2.83% compared to the same month last year. The analysis was conducted using data collected from major Japanese job platforms including 'Mynavi Career Change', 'En Ten Shoku', 'Doda', and 'Type', utilizing Frog's proprietary data analysis tool, HRog Chart.
The average monthly salary represents a month-on-month increase of 1,268 yen, which translates to a 0.43% growth. Notably, the total number of job postings for full-time positions in July reached 338,656, marking a significant rise of 48,589 postings compared to July of the previous year and a 2.12% increase from June 2026.
The report further categorizes salary growth by specific job sectors. The top three sectors with the highest salary increase compared to the previous month were:
1. Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (+4,653 yen, +1.90%)
2. Hotels, Inns, and Bridal Services (+3,889 yen, +1.42%)
3. Government and Agency Employees (+3,001 yen, +1.15%)
Conversely, the sector with the least salary growth was in video, events, performing arts, and campaigns, which experienced a slight decrease of 369 yen (-0.12%).
When it comes to job postings, the highest growth was seen in the following areas:
1. Government and Agency Employees (+15 postings, +10.87%)
2. Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (+28 postings, +4.90%)
3. Transportation, Logistics, Security, Processing, and Research (+840 postings, +3.68%)
On the other end of the spectrum, sectors such as beauty, esthetics, and nails saw a decline in job postings, decreasing by 57 postings (-10.96%).
The report also delves into regional trends. The leaders in salary growth by prefecture were:
1. Okinawa (+6,567 yen, +2.43%)
2. Kagoshima (+2,876 yen, +1.16%)
3. Yamagata (+2,319 yen, +0.95%)
The prefectures with the most significant declines were Nara (-932 yen, -0.35%), Wakayama (-918 yen, -0.36%), and Tottori (-1,634 yen, -0.66%).
For job postings by prefecture, Tottori led with an increase of 64 postings (+9.68%), followed by Fukushima (+176 postings, +7.32%) and Nagasaki (+78 postings, +6.52%). The regions with declines included Miyazaki (-1 posting, -0.13%), Tokushima (-7 postings, -0.64%), and Kagawa (-37 postings, -1.45%).
The data indicates a positive trend in Japan's job market, with significant increases in both average salaries and job openings across various sectors and regions. For those interested in deeper insights into this report or the data's specifics, you may inquire further via the contact details provided by Frog Inc.
For more information, visit the HRog website at HRog Chart.
Salary Overview
The average monthly salary represents a month-on-month increase of 1,268 yen, which translates to a 0.43% growth. Notably, the total number of job postings for full-time positions in July reached 338,656, marking a significant rise of 48,589 postings compared to July of the previous year and a 2.12% increase from June 2026.
Salary Growth by Job Category
The report further categorizes salary growth by specific job sectors. The top three sectors with the highest salary increase compared to the previous month were:
1. Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (+4,653 yen, +1.90%)
2. Hotels, Inns, and Bridal Services (+3,889 yen, +1.42%)
3. Government and Agency Employees (+3,001 yen, +1.15%)
Conversely, the sector with the least salary growth was in video, events, performing arts, and campaigns, which experienced a slight decrease of 369 yen (-0.12%).
Job Posting Trends by Sector
When it comes to job postings, the highest growth was seen in the following areas:
1. Government and Agency Employees (+15 postings, +10.87%)
2. Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries (+28 postings, +4.90%)
3. Transportation, Logistics, Security, Processing, and Research (+840 postings, +3.68%)
On the other end of the spectrum, sectors such as beauty, esthetics, and nails saw a decline in job postings, decreasing by 57 postings (-10.96%).
Regional Salary and Job Trends
The report also delves into regional trends. The leaders in salary growth by prefecture were:
1. Okinawa (+6,567 yen, +2.43%)
2. Kagoshima (+2,876 yen, +1.16%)
3. Yamagata (+2,319 yen, +0.95%)
The prefectures with the most significant declines were Nara (-932 yen, -0.35%), Wakayama (-918 yen, -0.36%), and Tottori (-1,634 yen, -0.66%).
For job postings by prefecture, Tottori led with an increase of 64 postings (+9.68%), followed by Fukushima (+176 postings, +7.32%) and Nagasaki (+78 postings, +6.52%). The regions with declines included Miyazaki (-1 posting, -0.13%), Tokushima (-7 postings, -0.64%), and Kagawa (-37 postings, -1.45%).
Conclusion
The data indicates a positive trend in Japan's job market, with significant increases in both average salaries and job openings across various sectors and regions. For those interested in deeper insights into this report or the data's specifics, you may inquire further via the contact details provided by Frog Inc.
For more information, visit the HRog website at HRog Chart.
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