Product Design Manager Salary in Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima's technology sector influences salaries. A mid‑level Product Design Manager earns ¥6,075,000 per year, reflecting strong demand from automotive and electronics firms.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,200,000 to ¥5,300,000

Average (per year)

¥4,750,000

Manufacturing firms in Kure hire design managers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,300,000 to ¥6,850,000

Average (per year)

¥6,075,000

With experience, mid-level managers handle more responsibilities in local engineering consultancies and industrial suppliers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,900,000 to ¥8,550,000

Average (per year)

¥7,725,000

Senior managers in Kure work on large-scale design and oversee teams for established shipbuilding and logistics companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥8,650,000+

Principal-level roles exist at regional headquarters or specialized R&D divisions, where compensation scales with project scope.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2300 - ¥3050

per hour

Mid-level

¥3100 - ¥3950

per hour

Senior

¥4000 - ¥5000

per hour

Salary information for this role is provided. Hiroshima's figure therefore exceeds the national average by roughly fifteen percent.