Daily Life
Types of Employment in Japan
July 14, 2026
Explore various forms of employment available to foreigners in Japan, such as dispatched, contract, and part-time work.
### Forms of Employment
- **Dispatched Workers**: Employed by an agency but work at another company.
- **Contract Employees**: Hired for a specific term with a fixed-term contract.
- **Part-time Workers**: Usually work fewer hours than full-time employees.
- **Contractors**: Work based on a subcontracting agreement rather than as direct employees.
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Source: Immigration Services Agency of Japan "Life and Work Guidebook" 第7版
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/support/portal/guidebook_all.html
This article was reorganized by SIAデジタルテクノロジー株式会社 based on the above source.
This information is reference material based on official announcements. Always verify accurate information on official websites or with relevant authorities.
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