Overview of the Average Hourly Wage for Part-Time Employees
In the recent report issued by Frog Co., Ltd., a company specializing in job market big data, it has been revealed that as of February 2026, the average hourly wage for part-time and temporary workers in Japan stands at 1,323 yen. This represents a slight increase from the previous month (up by 2 yen) and a more substantial rise of 37 yen when compared year-over-year. Additionally, the total number of job postings for part-time positions has reached an impressive 584,550, marking an increase of over 60,000 postings compared to January 2026, and a 40,025 increase from February of the previous year.
Monthly Trends in Average Wages and Job Postings
The report analyzes various factors contributing to these trends. Specifically, the average hourly wage rose by 0.15% from January of this year, while it has experienced a 2.88% increase compared to February 2025. The job posting trends also indicate a strong demand for part-time labor, with a significant rise of 11.63% compared to last month and a 7.35% increase year-over-year.
Breakdown of Collected Data
The data for this report was meticulously gathered from three major job media outlets: "Mynavi Baito," "Baitoru," and "e-aidem." The tool utilized for analysis, HRog Chart, offers extensive capabilities for deep diving into the job market metrics. It enables users to customize parameters by field, location, and type of employment to better understand surrounding wage trends and competition for talent.
Job Numbers and Average Salaries
The collection of data involved a diverse array of job types across various prefectures in Japan. The reporting methodology ensures that even if a job listing includes multiple locations, the first-listed location is used for data collection.
The calculation of average wages is conducted using the minimum wage listed in the job postings. The aggregated figures reveal the current job landscape in Japan, emphasizing the continued demand and potential for entry-level positions in various industries.
Exploring Further
The report goes into great detail about wage and job statistics categorized by profession and region. Interested parties are encouraged to request the full document for in-depth insights.
To access the report, please fill out the contact form on the company's website detailing the report name you wish to inquire about:
Frog Co. Contact Form.
About HRog Chart
HRog Chart serves as a robust analytical tool that harnesses job data from around 100 job posting media. Its functionalities allow users to dissect various datasets related to job listings easily, making it invaluable for understanding market conditions at a glance.
For further details about HRog Chart and its offerings, visit:
HRog Chart.
Company Profile
Frog Co., Ltd.
- - Business: Job Big Data Services
- - Location: Urban Square Kanda, 1-18 Kanda Sudacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 101-0041, Japan
- - Established: January 5, 2021, as a spinoff from Golist Co., Ltd.
- - Capital: 10 million yen
- - Website: Frog Co.
- - Representative: Koko Sakano
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