Software Engineer vs IT Support
| Software Engineer | IT Support | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical gross pay / month | ¥290,000–¥750,000 | ¥250,000–¥500,000 |
| Japanese | Not always required (English environments) | Around N2 |
| Common visa | Engineer / Humanities Visa | Engineer / Humanities Visa |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree (visa requirement) | Bachelor’s degree (visa requirement) |
| Overtime | Moderate | Low |
| Demand concentrates in | Tokyo · Osaka · Fukuoka | Tokyo · Osaka |
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Pay figures are typical gross monthly ranges mirroring our salary guides (annual salaries converted at ÷12) — market data and Path2Japan estimates, not official statistics. Visa and qualification cells are simplified; the linked guides carry the detail and official sources.