How much does a receptionist make in Japan?

You greet visitors, check appointments, call their host, and guide them to a room while answering phones. Between arrivals, you prepare meeting rooms and visitor badges, sort mail, and take turns on breaks so the desk stays covered.

Did you know? Some Japanese companies are making reception desks unmanned with touchscreen check-in systems.

In Japan, no special schooling, exam, or license is required; applicants can apply directly or through a staffing agency. New hires learn from senior coworkers, and secretary, language, or computer certificates may help but are optional.

Why does pay differ?

In Japan, pay can differ with experience, employer size and type, region, and whether you work full-time, part-time, or as a temp. Language or office skills may help at specialized desks, and hours or shifts can also affect pay.