Working in Japan.
Your pathway from Australia to Japan starts here.
Ever dreamed of working in Japan — not just visiting, but living it?
Whether you picture yourself greeting guests in an international hotel, teaching English in a small-town school, or coding in Tokyo, our Work in Japan Program helps make that step possible.
In partnership with trusted organisations in Japan, we offer structured, legitimate work placements — from hotel internships to English teaching and industry-specific roles — designed to immerse you in real Japanese workplaces and culture.
Japan Hotel Internship Program (Working Holiday Visa)
Experience omotenashi — Japanese hospitality — firsthand.
Work in leading hotels across Japan while improving your language skills and immersing yourself in the culture.
Program Fee: JPY150,000 (≈ A$2,000 total via JA)
Application Fee: JPY30,000 (≈ A$300)
Application Process:
Send your CV to Japan
Pay the application fee (JPY30,000)
Initial interview with our Japan coordinator
Online interview with the hotel
Once accepted, pay the balance (JPY120,000)
Receive official job offer letter
Pre-departure guidance, ticket, and visa preparation
Upon Arrival:
Depart from Australia for Japan
Arrive at the airport
Immigration and customs
Meet our greeter for directions to your workplace
Check in at your accommodation
Hotel orientation
Complete foreign registration and health insurance, and open a local bank account
Begin your hotel placement
English Teacher Placement
For those who love language and want to share it.
We connect qualified candidates with English schools in Japan for full-time or part-time roles.
Placement Fee: JPY100,000 (≈ A$1,500 total via JA)
Due to the limited number of teaching positions, all applicants will first participate in an online interview with the school. Fees are only payable once your position is confirmed.
IT & Other Intership Opportunities
From creative to corporate — we can help match your skills with opportunities in Japan’s growing industries. Each case is reviewed individually based on your CV and experience.
Program Fee: A$2,200
Extra Perks for JA Students
10% discount on Japanese Australian lessons
Language and cultural support before departure
You don’t need to be fluent in Japanese to apply — but learning the basics will make your experience much more rewarding.