UX Researcher Salary in Iwata, Shizuoka

Iwata is home to major manufacturers like Yamaha and Suzuki. Iwata has corporate R&D and product teams that employ UX researchers. Salary levels in Iwata are comparable to other mid-sized cities in Shizuoka.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,500,000 to ¥4,200,000

Average (per year)

¥3,900,000

Entry-level positions in Iwata are found in automotive and manufacturing companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,200,000 to ¥5,100,000

Average (per year)

¥4,650,000

Mid-level researchers may work for firms such as Yamaha and Suzuki, which apply UX to internal systems and product design.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,100,000 to ¥6,200,000

Average (per year)

¥5,650,000

Senior UX roles are often found at large manufacturers and regional tech consultancies, where responsibilities are broader.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,200,000+

Principal researchers in Iwata lead teams on projects for automotive and consumer electronics firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2000 - ¥2600

per hour

Mid-level

¥2600 - ¥3200

per hour

Senior

¥3200 - ¥3800

per hour