Trends in Japan's Temporary Employment Market for September 2025

A recent report from Frog Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based firm specializing in big data analysis for job postings, reveals insights into the temporary employment landscape in Japan for September 2025. Utilizing their proprietary tool, HRog Chart, the company gathered and analyzed job listings from two major recruitment platforms, En-Haken and Hatarako.net.

Average Hourly Wage and Job Openings

According to the report, the average hourly wage for temporary workers across Japan has reached 1,574 yen, marking an increase of 9 yen from the previous month and 32 yen compared to the same month last year. This reflects a 0.58% month-on-month growth and a 2.08% year-on-year increase.

In parallel, the total number of temporary job openings has also seen a positive trend, with 294,929 positions available as of September. This figure is up by 19,194 openings from August and an increase of 7,617 positions compared to September of the previous year. The job openings have grown by 6.96% month-on-month and 2.65% year-on-year.

Monthly Trends Analysis

Examining the past 25 months, the HRog Chart provides a comprehensive view of wage and job listing trends, illustrating a steady rise in both metrics. The data highlights the resilience and demand within the temporary employment sector.

For those interested in a detailed breakdown, including wage data by occupation and region, the full report is available for request through the provided contact form on their website.

Methodology

Frog Co., Ltd. employs a unique analysis methodology, where job listings are extracted from the specified platforms and classified based on their proprietary keyword mapping system, rather than traditional job category classifications. This approach allows for a more nuanced understanding of the job market.

The company complies with data integrity protocols by collecting job posting data published on the first Monday of each month, ensuring consistency and accuracy.

Data Collection Scope

- Total Listings: 294,929 for September 2025
- Wage Calculation: The average wage is computed by converting salary information into numerical values and averaging the minimum amounts specified in job listings.

About HRog Chart

The HRog Chart is designed to facilitate easy analysis of job market trends across approximately 100 job platforms. It allows users to customize their data queries across variables such as media source, location, and job type, making it a valuable tool for investigating wage trends and analyzing recruitment competition.

For more information on HRog Chart, visit their website at HRog Chart.

Company Overview

Founded on January 5, 2021, Frog Co., Ltd. has emerged as a leader in the job big data sector. Based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, the company’s mission focuses on delivering insightful data analysis tools tailored for the recruitment industry. Their offerings include:

- Alternative data services for government, research, and media institutions (HRog List for Academia)
- A job company list tailored for the recruitment sector (HRog List)
- A data analysis tool for HR professionals (HRog Chart)
- A media outlet illuminating future trends in the HR space

For inquiries regarding HRog Chart, users can reach out to the sales department via phone or email.

Contact Information

- Phone: 03-5296-9595
- Email: [email protected]

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