Japanese Temporary Dispatch Wage Trends: July 2026 Report
According to the latest analysis released by Frog Inc., headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, the average wage for dispatch workers in Japan reached
1,603 yen in July 2026. This figure reflects a
year-on-year increase of 1.91%, despite a slight monthly decrease of 0.68%. This report synthesizes labor market data from popular job platforms such as "En-Haken" and "Hatarako.net," utilizing Frog's proprietary HRog Chart analysis tool.
Key Insights from July 2026 Report
- - Average Wage: The average dispatch wage in July stood at 1,603 yen, revealing a slight drop from the previous month, down by 11 yen. Comparatively, this marks an increase of 30 yen from July 2025.
- - Job Listings: The total number of job listings in the dispatch sector amounted to 263,647 in July, marking a gain of 1,894 listings from June but a decrease of 27,558 from the previous year.
Average Wage by Job Category
The top three job categories with the highest average wage increases this month include:
1.
Film/Event/Entertainment/Campaign: An increase of
49 yen and a growth rate of
2.80%.
2.
Creative (Web): An increase of
57 yen, reflecting a
2.46% rise.
3.
Construction/Civil Engineering/Energy: An increase of
40 yen, with a respective growth rate of
2.16%.
Conversely, the lowest category was
Food Services, which saw a decline of
92 yen or
6.13%.
Job Listing Changes Over Recent Months
The month-on-month comparison illustrates a
0.72% increase in job listings overall. Interestingly, the sectors showing the most significant growth in job postings are:
- - Electrical/Electronic/Machine/Automotive: An increase of 161 listings, which translates to an impressive 42.71% growth.
- - Film/Event/Entertainment/Campaign: A gain of 39 listings, achieving a 37.50% increase.
- - Construction/Civil Engineering/Energy: Noting an increase of 265 listings and a 16.53% rise.
However, the worst-performing category was
Hotels/Ryokan/Bridal, which faced a drop of
54 listings and a
61.36% decrease.
Regional Variations in Average Wages
Regionally, the states with the most substantial increases in average wages were:
1.
Nagasaki: An increase of
34 yen, showing a growth rate of
2.60%.
2.
Akita: A growth of
17 yen, representing
1.39%.
3.
Miyagi: Increasing by
18 yen, which corresponds to a
1.35% rise.
In contrast, the states with the most notable wage declines included
Tokushima,
Saitama, and
Shimane, all suffering reductions in average wages.
Conclusion
Frog Inc.'s HRog Chart highlights these vital statistics and trends in Japan's labor market, portraying a complex landscape where wages fluctuate and job availability varies regionally. For more detailed insights into average wages by sector and region, or to request specific data, please visit our contact page at
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By understanding these dynamics, stakeholders can make informed decisions and remain agile in navigating the labor market of Japan as of July 2026.