Chief Design Officer Salary in Minato, Wakayama

Minato is a hub for logistics, trade, and technology. Chief Design Officers here earn higher salaries.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,000,000 to ¥9,000,000

Average (per year)

¥8,000,000

Assist senior designers, create visual concepts, and support design strategy development.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,000,000 to ¥11,500,000

Average (per year)

¥10,250,000

Mid-level officers typically lead design teams for logistics, trade, or tech companies headquartered in Minato.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥11,500,000 to ¥14,000,000

Average (per year)

¥12,750,000

Leads design strategy, oversees cross‑functional teams, and ensures brand consistency across products.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥14,000,000+

Principal-level officers work with executive boards and steer design across multiple business units or even group companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥4000 - ¥5200

per hour

Mid-level

¥5200 - ¥7000

per hour

Senior

¥7000 - ¥10000

per hour