Looking for a job in Japan on a Working Holiday Visa?
Whether you're aiming to work in a ski resort, café, language school, or traditional inn, there are a variety of job platforms that can help.
At Vocation Abroad, we’re building a job board specifically for working holidaymakers — but we also believe in giving you a full picture of all the useful tools out there.
In this post, you’ll find some of the most popular websites and resources to help you find work in Japan — including both general job boards and those tailored to short-term travelers.
1. GaijinPot Jobs
GaijinPot is one of the most popular English-language job sites for foreigners in Japan. While many listings are aimed at long-term residents or professionals, there are also part-time and seasonal jobs suitable for working holidaymakers, especially in hospitality and education.
- Tip: In the Filter section, set the Part-time, Temporary, or Seasonal to find short-term jobs that are more likely to accept working holiday visa holders.
- Website: GaijinPot Jobs
2. Jobs in Japan
Jobs in Japan features a wide range of positions from teaching and translation to hotel and restaurant work.
Some jobs are suitable for working holiday visa holders, especially those with conversational Japanese or customer service experience.
・Tip: Use the “Part-time” filter under job type, or try keywords like “working visa” or “working holiday” to narrow down results that are more relevant to short-term job seekers.
・Website: Jobs in Japan
3. YOLO Japan
Designed for foreign residents and travelers, YOLO Japan focuses on part-time jobs that often require little or no Japanese ability.
Popular job types include kitchen staff, event helpers, product testers, and cleaners — ideal for short-term stays.
・Tip: Use the “Part-time” or “Temporary” filters to narrow your search. You can also explore the “Short-term Jobs” section directly from the header menu to find listings ideal for working holiday makers.
・Website: YOLO Japan
4. Local Job Boards, Flyers & Facebook Groups
In tourist-heavy areas like Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa, it’s common to find job flyers posted in hostels, cafés, or community centers.
You can also find local opportunities in Facebook groups such as “Jobs in Japan for Backpackers” or “[City Name] Jobs.”
These offline and community-based sources can be especially helpful for jobs that aren’t advertised on major websites.
5. Vocation Abroad
Vocation Abroad is a platform designed specifically for working holidaymakers.
Unlike most general job boards, it connects travelers to visa-friendly jobs in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and the UK.
・Tip: Every job on Vocation Abroad is working holiday visa-friendly, so there’s no need to filter by visa type. Just type “Japan” or a specific city (like “Tokyo”, “Osaka”) in the Location field, then filter by category to find jobs that suit your interests.
There aren’t many listings in Japan yet — but we’re adding more soon, so be sure to check back regularly!
・Website: Vocation Abroad
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If you're on a working holiday in Japan, there are more job opportunities out there than you might think. Whether you go through large job platforms, local groups, or traveler-focused sites, the key is to keep checking frequently and apply early.
Try combining a few different methods — and keep an eye out for platforms like Vocation Abroad that aim to make the job hunt a little easier for people just like you.
Good luck with your job search and enjoy your time in Japan!
Written by the Vocation Abroad team
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