UI Designer Salary in Kusatsu, Shiga

Kusatsu lies close to Kyoto. Biotech and software companies employ UI designers. Living costs and job options vary.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,000,000 to ¥3,600,000

Average (per year)

¥3,300,000

New designers start at local IT or biotech firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,700,000 to ¥4,500,000

Average (per year)

¥4,100,000

Mid-level salaries reflect the local tech industry.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,600,000 to ¥5,200,000

Average (per year)

¥4,900,000

Advanced designers work for large software companies or R&D centers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,300,000+

Principal designers lead projects for national clients or manage tech teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥1500 - ¥1900

per hour

Mid-level

¥2000 - ¥2400

per hour

Senior

¥2500 - ¥2900

per hour