📸 Headshot Photo Guidelines
📸 Mandatory. Standard Japanese Rirekisho requires a formal passport-style photo attached to the upper right corner.
📋 Mandatory Resume Sections
- 基本情報 (Personal Info)
- 学歴・職歴 (Education & History)
- 免許・資格 (Licenses)
- 志望動機 (Motivation)
- 職務要約 (Job Summary)
💡 Formatting Checklists
- Japan uses two documents: Rirekisho (basic standardized profile) and Shokumukeirekisho (detailed work history).
- Follow strict chronological conventions and Keigo (polite business Japanese).
Cover Letter Requirements
- Include a formal cover note (添え状 Soejō) if mailing, or polite introductory body text in email submissions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rirekisho provides personal background details, while Shokumukeirekisho details project results and technical skills.
Only if explicitly requested in the posting. Writing 'References available on request' is standard.
A standard CV in Japan is typically 1 to 2 pages long. For junior roles, a single page is preferred, while senior candidates can present up to 2 pages of relevant, quantified experience.
Yes, cover letters are highly recommended or required for most positions in Japan. It should be tailored to the specific role and highlight how your skills align with the company's regional objectives.
If the job description is written in English, submit your CV in English. For local domestic companies, it is best to submit your application in the primary local language or provide a bilingual CV.