Service Designer Salary in Kusatsu, Shiga
Kusatsu includes IT companies and research institutes. Salaries for service designers reflect demand in the tech sector. Living costs are affected by regional factors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,400,000 to ¥4,500,000
Average (per year)
¥3,950,000
Entry hires often start at IT vendors or collaborate with research parks.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,500,000 to ¥5,700,000
Average (per year)
¥5,100,000
Mid-level designers work with tech startups or local government digital teams.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,700,000 to ¥7,300,000
Average (per year)
¥6,500,000
Senior staff oversee service design projects for regional tech firms and larger municipal partners.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥7,300,000+
Principal designers manage innovation projects that support city-wide infrastructure and major tech employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥2000 - ¥2600
per hour
Mid-level
¥2600 - ¥3500
per hour
Senior
¥3500 - ¥4300
per hour