Japan offers university, graduate, specialist and language-study options, each with different admissions and residence conditions. Confirm the school's status, programme, teaching language and realistic total cost. International students need permission before work outside the activities allowed by their Student status. A graduate who wants to continue job hunting may need to change to a different residence status and meet specific conditions.
With the required prior permission, the general limit is up to 28 hours per week while classes are in session and up to eight hours per day during long school holidays. Other conditions apply, including restrictions on work that interferes with study.
Do not assume so. Work outside activities allowed by the Student status requires the appropriate prior permission. Check the current process before accepting a job.
Some graduates may change to a designated residence status to continue job hunting if they meet the conditions, which can include support from their school. It is not automatic and does not guarantee employment.
No. Official guidance advises students not to depend on part-time earnings to cover all academic and living costs. Prepare a budget that works without future employment income.