Frequently asked questions
The 2026 Salary Guide offers hiring managers and jobseekers insight into salary trends and projected starting salaries across six specializations that Robert Half specializes in. It helps employers with recruitment, retention and workforce planning, while helping candidates with career planning and salary negotiation.
The six specializations covered in the 2026 Japan Robert Half Salary Guide are:
Technology
Finance and accounting
Financial services
Business transformation & IT leadership
Human resources
Supply chain
The Robert Half Salary Guide is highly accurate. Our salary projections use real compensation data from Robert Half placements nationwide. We provide three salary percentiles because pay varies based on a candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, and other factors.
You should use a salary guide as it enables organizations to benchmark roles competitively, manage budgets and retain talent, while empowering candidates to understand their market value, plan their careers and negotiate confidently.
No. Salaries listed in the guide represent starting salaries only, e.g., pay for someone new to the role. They do not include bonuses or annual merit increases. Trends on perks and benefits are covered separately in the perks and benefits section of the guide.
The source of the non-salary data in the Salary Guide is based on third-party research. All external data sources are explicitly cited throughout.
The 2026 Salary Guide reflects data collected over the past 12–18 months, combining Robert Half’s placements in Japan with real-time market insights. This ensures the figures represent current salary trends while accounting for recent market shifts.
Yes. The guide provides ranges for junior, mid-level, and senior positions where applicable, helping both employers and jobseekers understand market expectations.
No. The Salary Guide includes both foreign-affiliated (gaishikei) and Japanese (Nikkei) companies, reflecting the full spectrum of the job market in Japan. This allows you to compare pay trends, incentives, and benefits across different employers.
The Salary Guide is updated annually to reflect the latest market trends, pay movements, and hiring patterns in Japan.
Absolutely. You can book a walk-through with a dedicated consultant. We’ll walk you through the guide, highlight salary benchmarks most relevant to your business, and share the latest hiring trends and tailored advice to support your talent strategy.
