Focus on Mastering Japanese (Minimum N4 or JFT-Basic)
Japanese language proficiency is a key requirement. If you want to be accepted quickly:
- Take an intensive Japanese language course (target to pass the JLPT N4 in 6 months)
- I'Mc Center offer Japanese language courses. Please contact us for more details via our official WhatsApp number 0812-1635-7443
- Or take the JFT-Basic test (as it's faster and is often used for tokutei ginou visas).
- Practice your speaking and listening skills, as job interviews in Japan are rarely conducted in English.
Choose the Most Realistic Path
For those who want to get a job quickly and don't have a bachelor's degree, the Tokutei Ginou (SSW) or internship (kikoku jisshusei) pathway is the most common.
- Tokutei Ginou (SSW): For nursing care, construction, restaurant, food processing, etc.
- Requirements: JFT-Basic or JLPT N4 + proficiency certificate.
- Technical Internship (TITP): 3-years program in Japan.
- Requirements: Moderate; high school graduates can start.
Join an Official Training Institute (LPK) or Training Center
To be accepted faster:
- Register with a registered and reputable Training Institute (LPK).
- LPK helps you:
- Learn Japanese language and culture.
- Receive job training.
- Be placed directly with Japanese companies.
Prepare Complete and Professional Documents
Speed up the process by preparing all documents:
- Passport
- Diploma (translated into Japanese/English)
- JLPT or JFT-Basic Certificate
- CV (in Japanese format, can be called rirekisho)
- Formal passport-sized photo
- Work experience letter (if applicable)
Take the Interview Seriously
Interviews are usually conducted online or via video call:
- Answer politely and confidently (use Japanese as best as possible).
- Demonstrate work motivation and discipline.
- Learn Japanese work culture, such as greetings (ojigi), speaking etiquette, and body language.
Take Advantage of Job Fairs and Government Programs
Several Indonesia-Japan government programs offer direct openings:
- IM Japan
- SSW Ministry of Manpower
- JET Programme (specifically for English teachers)
The following are several Job Training Institutions (LPK) that are officially licensed as Sending Organizations (SO) and recognized by the Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia for internship programs in Japan:
1. LPK Putra Harapan Bangsa (PHB)
- Officially registered as a Sending Organization (SO) for internship programs in Japan.
- Provides Japanese language and culture training, as well as full mentoring.
- Has a representative office in Japan.
2. LPK Kizuna Mitra Indonesia (Semarang)
- Supported by the Central Java Manpower Office, accredited and has had an SO permit since 2024. SO permit sejak 2024.
- Operates training and sending programs to Japan.
3. LPK Tunas Persada Indonesia (Rembang, Jateng)
- Founded in 2022 and acquired SO permit in 2024 (No. 2/1816/HK.03/VII/2024).
- Provides language and cultural courses, and sends interns to Japan.
4. LPK Fujiwara JLC Indonesia (Cirebon)
- Officially registered as a LPK and SO since 2023 (SO Permit No. 2/1176/HK.03.01/IV/2023; OTIT No.: IDN000379).
- Provides internships, Tokutei Ginou (Training for Professionals), engineering, caregiver programs, and internships.
5. LPK Yumeto Berkah Indonesia (Yogyakarta)
- Officially registered with the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights (AHU-013579.AH.01.30.2024).
- Offers language training, Tokutei Ginou (Training for Professionals), caregiver programs, and support for sending interns to Japan through SO partners.
There are also many other LPKs available for travel to Japan.
Tips for Checking and Ensuring Legality
According to BP3MI (Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection Service Center):
- Only P3MI (Indonesian Migrant Worker Placement Companies) with SIP3MI permits from the Ministry of P2MI can actually send participants to Japan. LPKs can only train.
- SO (Sending Organizations) are training institutions that also have permits to send participants.All SOs have LPK permits, but not all LPKs have SO permits.
- You can check the legality of the institution's name on the official portals:
- siskop2mi.bp2mi.go.id (for SIP3MI P3MI)
- so.kemnaker.go.id (for SO LPK)
- kelembagaan.kemnaker.go.id (for LPK list)
Additional Tips :
- Be active in official and informative Japanese Facebook groups/job communities.
- Many SSW and internship opportunities are posted directly there.
- Practice language and skills tests frequently to avoid retaking them.
Conclusion
If you're diligent and tenacious, you can get a job in Japan in 6–12 months from scratch. The key is:
- Focus on learning the language, studying Japanese at least 1–2 hours a day and practicing JLPT questions.
- Choose the right path (SSW or internship).
- Use a reputable training institution (LPK). Don't be tempted by institutions that are too cheap or promise quick departure without selection. Check their legality first!
- Prepare complete documents; the more complete your documents, the faster the selection and visa process will be.
- Practice interviews; don't just memorize answers, but understand the meaning of the sentences you use.
- Follow their official social media accounts or government websites for job openings.
Data source: Rhike Resty A
