Brand Designer Salary in Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo pays brand designers around ¥4 million. The figure is ¥7 million. This figure reflects demand in the city's central business districts.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,200,000 to ¥4,000,000
Average (per year)
¥3,600,000
Graduates start their careers in Chōfu.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,100,000 to ¥5,300,000
Average (per year)
¥4,700,000
After gaining experience, designers can earn more.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,450,000 to ¥6,800,000
Average (per year)
¥6,100,000
Senior designers often manage branding projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥7,000,000+
Lead roles in larger agencies or major corporate teams command the highest salaries, especially near Tokyo.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1900 - ¥2600
per hour
Mid-level
¥2700 - ¥3700
per hour
Senior
¥3800 - ¥5100
per hour
This is compared with the national median of ¥3 million. At ¥9 million, Tokyo's pay sits roughly ¥800,000 higher.