How much does a midwife make in Japan?

A midwife checks a pregnant patient's health and explains test results, then readies a delivery room and watches mother and baby during labor. After birth, they check the newborn, help with feeding, and teach the family baby care.

Did you know? In Japan, only about one in ten babies arrives on the exact due date, so midwives must be ready for births at all hours.

In Japan, students usually study nursing after high school, then complete an approved midwifery course; some universities combine both in a four-year route. After clinical practice, they pass both national exams and receive licenses, often starting work in their early twenties.

Why does pay differ?

In Japan, pay varies with experience, region, and employer type and size. Night shifts or part-time hours can change pay, and some workplaces use advanced midwife skills or certification when reviewing pay.