Here are the currently most in-demand sectors and skills in the Japanese job market:
|
Sector |
Most In-Demand Skills |
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IT and Technology |
AI and Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data Science and Analytics, Full Stack Development, UX/UI Design |
|
Cloud & Infrastructure |
Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure automation |
|
Healthcare |
Life Sciences / Pharma / Clinical Research, Elderly Care / Caregiving, Nursing, Medical Licensing / Specialty Roles |
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Finance and Business |
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting / Standards Knowledge, Project management, Change management, Agile/Scrum, Business analysis |
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Cross-Cultural & Soft Skills |
Bilingual communication (English + Japanese), Team collaboration, Adaptability, Problem-solving |