UX Lead Salary in Japan
In Tokyo's tech sector, the median annual salary for UX Leads is ¥4,900,000. Finance and gaming firms are part of the market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,500,000 to ¥4,300,000
Average (per year)
¥3,900,000
Early‑career UX Leads in Chiryū-shi work in the local industry.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,400,000 to ¥5,400,000
Average (per year)
¥4,900,000
Mid-level professionals in Chiryū-shi are employed by design agencies and industrial companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,500,000 to ¥6,800,000
Average (per year)
¥6,150,000
Senior leads in Chiryū-shi manage teams in tech‑driven divisions and oversee UX for digital products.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥6,900,000+
Principal UX Leads in Chiryū-shi hold senior positions within regional companies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥2000 - ¥2700
per hour
Mid-level
¥2700 - ¥3600
per hour
Senior
¥3600 - ¥4700
per hour
Market Overview
The Japanese market values user‑centered design. Start‑ups hire UX Leads. Large corporations such as Sony and Rakuten hire UX Leads.