Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) in Japan

Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program opens direct pathways for international talent to build careers in vital industries like healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. At Coggz, we bridge the gap between global candidates and leading Japanese employers— guiding you seamlessly through language requirements, skills certification, and visa documentation.

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Your Gateway to a Global Career: Live and Work in Japan

Turn your technical skills and ambitions into an official career in Japan through the government-backed Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program. Coggz manages your Japanese language mastery and skills certification

What is the SSW Program?

High Demand. Direct Employment. Global Standards.
Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program was introduced by the Japanese government to welcome qualified international talent into key, high-demand industries. Unlike traditional internship schemes, SSW candidates are hired directly by Japanese companies under the same standard labor laws, wages, and social security benefits as domestic employees.

Key Highlights of the SSW Pathway:

  • Fair & Regulated Pay: Equal remuneration and full statutory employee benefits aligned with Japanese labor standards.

  • Renewable Visas: SSW-1 visas grant up to 5 years of legal work status, with potential progression to SSW-2 (which allows permanent residency pathways and family sponsorship).

  • Direct Placements: Join vetted Japanese enterprises actively seeking motivated global professionals.

High-Demand Priority Sectors

SSW Industry Verticals We Support
Coggz actively recruits, trains, and places talent across the fastest-growing SSW categories in Japan:

  • Caregiving (Nursing Care / Kaigo)
    Support elderly care facilities across Japan. Receive extensive training in both technical caregiving protocols and medical-context Japanese language.

  • Hospitality & Food Service
    Launch a career in Japan’s world-renowned tourism and service industry, including international hotels, front-office operations, resorts, and premier dining chains.

  • Manufacturing, Machinery & Electric Electronics
    Work in state-of-the-art facilities across precision tooling, industrial machinery, assembly, and electronics manufacturing.

  • Construction & Building Maintenance
    Contribute to modern infrastructure, BIM coordination, architectural finishing, and professional facility operations.

  • Automotive Maintenance & Next-Gen Mobility
    Apply mechanical expertise in automotive servicing, diagnostic repair, and next-generation mobility infrastructure.

4-Step Roadmap

From India to Japan: A Seamless Journey

We take the guesswork out of international recruitment by providing a structured, step-by-step roadmap.

  1. Step 1: Skill Assessment & Profile Screening
    We evaluate your academic background, domain expertise, and career aspirations to match you with the right SSW vertical.

  2. Step 2: Language & Skill Exam Training
    Undergo tailored training for the JLPT / JFT-Basic (A2/ N4 level) and domain-specific SSW technical skill exams.

  3. Step 3: Direct Employer Interviews & Placement
    Interview directly with pre-screened Japanese employers through our established corporate network in Japan.

  4. Step 4: Visa Support, Relocation & Onboarding
    We help handle Certificate of Eligibility (COE) filing, visa processing, departure briefings, and airport reception support in Japan.

Why Choose Coggz?

The Gears for Your Global Growth

  • Bilingual Guidance & Cultural Readiness: Headquartered in Bengaluru with operational corridors in Japan, we understand both Indian talent dynamics and Japanese workplace culture.

  • High Placement Success: Our language coaches and technical trainers tailor preparation to the exact questions and standards Japanese interviewers expect.

  • Post-Arrival Support: We don't stop at the visa—we help bridge the initial relocation transition so you hit the ground running.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Do I need to be fluent in Japanese before applying?
No prior Japanese knowledge is required to start. Consult Coggz provides structured foundation classes (JLPT N5/N4 and JFT-Basic) designed to take beginners to test-ready status within a few months.

Q2: What is the primary difference between SSW-1 and SSW-2?
SSW-1 covers 12+ industry sectors and allows you to work in Japan for up to 5 years. SSW-2 is for advanced specialists, allowing indefinite renewals, family accompaniment, and an eventual route toward permanent residency.

Q3: Who pays my salary and benefits in Japan?
You are hired and paid directly by your host company in Japan under Japanese labor law, with health insurance, pension coverage, and standard holiday entitlements.