Product Designer Salary in Yokohama, Kanagawa

Yokohama is Japan's second-largest city. Salary levels differ across positions. There is demand for experienced product designers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,500,000 to ¥4,800,000

Average (per year)

¥4,200,000

Design agencies, large tech firms, and consumer electronics companies offer entry-level positions in Yokohama.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,800,000 to ¥6,500,000

Average (per year)

¥5,700,000

Established manufacturers and technology startups hire mid-level product designers in Yokohama.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,500,000 to ¥9,000,000

Average (per year)

¥7,800,000

Senior designers oversee design teams and lead projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,000,000+

Principal designers work on design strategy and manage cross-disciplinary teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2500 - ¥3500

per hour

Mid-level

¥3500 - ¥4700

per hour

Senior

¥4700 - ¥7000

per hour