Design Manager Salary in Odawara, Kanagawa
Local economic factors shape design manager pay. Salaries here reflect steady demand from established local employers and a cost of living below the Tokyo-Yokohama core.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,000,000 to ¥5,300,000
Average (per year)
¥4,650,000
Entry-level managers work in logistics, food, or construction firms with small design teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,400,000 to ¥6,800,000
Average (per year)
¥6,100,000
Mid-level roles lead integrated campaigns for regional manufacturers or transport companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥6,900,000 to ¥8,200,000
Average (per year)
¥7,550,000
Senior managers set design strategy for local headquarters and oversee multi-site teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥8,300,000+
Principal-level roles coordinate all creative functions for major regional employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥2200 - ¥3100
per hour
Mid-level
¥3200 - ¥4300
per hour
Senior
¥4400 - ¥5500
per hour