Head of Design Salary in Kosai, Shizuoka

Kosai has industrial employers. Design leaders work with manufacturing teams. Salaries vary.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,600,000 to ¥6,000,000

Average (per year)

¥5,300,000

Entry-level heads manage small teams, often supporting local electronics or machinery suppliers with design and branding.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,000,000 to ¥7,800,000

Average (per year)

¥6,900,000

Mid-level design leaders contribute to product launches for regional manufacturers or work with city offices on public-facing projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,800,000 to ¥9,200,000

Average (per year)

¥8,500,000

Senior roles require experience in industrial or digital design, often collaborating with local factories for export-oriented goods.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,200,000+

Principal design heads oversee multiple business units or lead creative functions for large-scale suppliers in the region.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2300 - ¥3400

per hour

Mid-level

¥3400 - ¥4500

per hour

Senior

¥4500 - ¥5900

per hour