Product Designer Salary in Ōshū, Iwate
Ōshū has a manufacturing sector. Salaries reflect lower living costs compared to Tokyo. Local companies offer stable jobs.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥2,840,000 to ¥3,610,000
Average (per year)
¥3,200,000
Manufacturers in Ōshū hire entry-level designers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,620,000 to ¥4,450,000
Average (per year)
¥4,030,000
Automotive suppliers and local tech firms employ mid-level designers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,460,000 to ¥5,320,000
Average (per year)
¥4,890,000
Senior designers may work in agricultural tech and regional manufacturing.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,330,000+
Projects at larger factories or regional R&D centers are led by principal designers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1700 - ¥2200
per hour
Mid-level
¥2200 - ¥2800
per hour
Senior
¥2800 - ¥3500
per hour