Brand Designer Salary in Kasama, Ibaraki

Kasama is well known for ceramics and traditional crafts. Salaries here are influenced by tourism and specialty manufacturing. Larger design firms are uncommon.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥2,700,000 to ¥3,400,000

Average (per year)

¥3,050,000

Entry-level designers working at small firms or with local artisans typically earn between ¥2,700,000 and ¥3,400,000. with local artisans.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,400,000 to ¥4,200,000

Average (per year)

¥3,800,000

Annual earnings range from ¥3,400,000 to ¥4,200,000 for those with several years of experience in small businesses or thrning from ¥3,400,000 to ¥4,200,000.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,200,000 to ¥5,000,000

Average (per year)

¥4,600,000

Pay for senior designers at established studios or regional manufacturers usually falls between ¥4,200,000 and ¥5,000,000,000 to ¥5,000,000 range.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,000,000+

Leads brand strategy, mentors designers, and oversees cohesive visual systems across all platforms.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

¥1500 - ¥2000

per hour

Mid-level

¥2000 - ¥2600

per hour

Senior

¥2600 - ¥3400

per hour