Design Manager Salary in Gunma, Japan

Salary data for design managers in Gunma is collected. Local firms operate in the area. Compensation is discussed in the analysis.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,500,000 to ¥4,300,000

Average (per year)

¥3,950,000

Entry roles focus on supporting established teams at manufacturing firms and local agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,400,000 to ¥5,700,000

Average (per year)

¥5,000,000

At this level, designers manage small projects for healthcare, education, and public sector employers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,700,000 to ¥7,000,000

Average (per year)

¥6,300,000

Senior managers oversee large design teams and interface with manufacturers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,000,000+

Principal roles involve strategic leadership.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥1900 - ¥2600

per hour

Mid-level

¥2600 - ¥3400

per hour

Senior

¥3400 - ¥4200

per hour

Nationally, design managers average around ¥6,200,000, so Gunma's median sits modestly below the countrywide figure. The gap is noted in the data.