Jobs for foreigners in Nagano, Japan

Quality Assurance

As a Quality Assurance representative, you will be in charge of communication with customers and manufacturers. You will be responsible for a series of tasks related to quality assurance, including process verification, problem resolution, and customer interaction. We welcome those wishing to relocate. The position involves quality assurance tasks, dealing with overseas manufacturers, customer interface, process quality improvement, and in-process quality control (defect confirmation and prevention). Experience in quality assurance is preferred, but we will provide thorough training on the tasks from scratch. This is a recruitment for additional staff with a system of supportive follow-up in place.

Quality Assurance

In our Komagane Factory's Quality Assurance Department, you will be responsible for quality assurance operations. 【Metal-Based Wiring Board】 - Customer and internal response to quality defects - Operations related to process changes - Response to customer audits and supplier audits - Duties related to ISO and IATF

Purchasing / Procurement

You will be engaged in purchasing operations at the headquarters. You can gain broad experience as a buyer from coordinating with existing suppliers to developing new suppliers. It is important to secure a stable procurement of both quality and quantity, and building a procurement system that can respond to changes in the external environment and meet the growing demand will be the mission after joining.

Overseas Sales

We are a leading company in the manufacture and sale of electrical construction tools, holding 50-60% of the domestic market share. This position allows you to leverage your language skills to challenge overseas sales. [After Joining] - Start by assembling and repairing simple products to understand our products. - Learn about sales operations by supporting senior employees (e.g., handling simple inquiries from agents). [Customers] Electric power companies or subcontractors in various countrie

Line Chef

Join our team as a Line Chef and play a vital role in our kitchen operations. As a Line Chef, you will contribute to the preparation and assembly of dishes, ensuring they meet our high culinary standards. Your attention to detail and efficient work on the line will be crucial in maintaining a smooth service flow. If you're passionate about delivering top-notch food experiences and working in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an opportunity to showcase your culinary skills and be an inte

Kitchen Hand

Hakuba Hospitality Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food & beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. This season we will be operating 50 chalets and apartments, 4 hotels, 9 Food & Beverage outlets and 1 travel agency. All HHG properties are located in the three villages surrounding the Olympic Happo One Resort: Happo, Echoland, and Wadano. We are currently looking for skilled Kitchen Hands to join our team at various HHG venues. As a Kitchen Hand, your main responsibilities will include assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area, and supporting the smooth operation of our venues. The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. In addition to their primary role in the kitchen, employees may also be required to assist with serving food and collaborating with other team members. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and enjoy working in a dynamic hospitality setting, we invite you to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Kitchen Hand

Hakuba Hospitality Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food & beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. This season we will be operating 50 chalets and apartments, 4 hotels, 9 Food & Beverage outlets and 1 travel agency. All HHG properties are located in the three villages surrounding the Olympic Happo One Resort: Happo, Echoland, and Wadano. We are currently looking for skilled Kitchen Hands to join our team at various HHG venues. As a Kitchen Hand, your main responsibilities will include assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area, and supporting the smooth operation of our venues. The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. In addition to their primary role in the kitchen, employees may also be required to assist with serving food and collaborating with other team members. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and enjoy working in a dynamic hospitality setting, we invite you to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Kitchen, Cooking, Dishwashing Staff

This is an opportunity for a job in the food and beverage industry with a starting salary of ¥1,200 which can go up to ¥1,500. The job involves making alcohol, doing laundry, and drinking together with customers (a bag is offered). Another benefit includes a monthly potential earning of 300,000 yen consisting of a basic salary of 100,000 yen plus a full commission ranging from 30,000 yen to 200,000 yen. For example, earning 300 yen back on a 600 yen drink, if you serve 10 drinks a day for 20 days, you earn an additional 60,000 yen. Cute girls have the chance to get lots of drinks. Other benefits given by the company include weekly payment, support for visa renewal costs, and a campaign where introducing a new employee earns you a 30,000 yen cash-back reward. A Japanese level equivalent to N4 is required, allowing for basic conversational ability. The job comes with perks such as a meal (including sushi) provided for free.

Hotel Reception & Front Desk

We are hiring for the 2024/2025 season! Madarao and Tangram are one of the fastest growing international resorts in Japan yet still offers small crowds on countless powder days with an annual snowfall of 10 to 14 metres. Located in Nagano, with direct access from Tokyo on a 2-hour bullet train, the resort offers 20 chair lifts and easy access (within 40 mins) to neighbouring resorts like Myoko and Nozawa Onsen. Madarao is growing a reputation for openly encouraging inbound tree-skiing within its

Floor Staff

Hakuba Hotel Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food & beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. HHG operates 50 chalets and apartments, 4 hotels, 9 Food & Beverage outlets and 1 travel agency. All HHG properties are located in the three villages surrounding the Olympic Happo One Resort: Happo, Echoland, and Wadano. We are currently looking for skilled Floor Staff to join our team at various HHG venues within Happo One Resort. The Floor Staff will provide exceptional customer service, maintain a clean and organized environment, and ensure a pleasant dining experience for our guests. Duties include food and beverage service, coffee preparation, cash handling, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene. Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in Japan and are preferred to have a Japanese or international license. We offer a friendly work environment, team social activities, and subsidized accommodation which is free during the green season.

Bar & Restaurant staff

We are hiring for the 2024/2025 season! Madarao and Tangram are one of the fastest growing international resorts in Japan yet still offers small crowds on countless powder days with an annual snowfall of 10 to 14 metres. Located in Nagano, with direct access from Tokyo on a 2-hour bullet train, the resort offers 20 chair lifts and easy access (within 40 mins) to neighbouring resorts like Myoko and Nozawa Onsen. Madarao is growing a reputation for openly encouraging inbound tree-skiing within its

Bar & Restaurant Staff

Located in Nagano, Active Life owns and operates 4 hotels near Madarao Kogen and is one of Madarao's largest employers, offering a unique working holiday experience in the Japanese winter resort. The resort has 20 chair lifts and provides easy access to neighbouring resorts. A reputation for tree-skiing within its bowl-like terrain is growing in Madarao. The company offers not only wages but also accommodation, food, discounted ski passes, and commissions. Additionally, a free inter-resort shuttle to nearby resorts is provided until 16/2. Active Life looks for mature and authentic individuals with great respect for other cultures, high emotional intelligence, a sense of humour, and a strong work ethic.

Bar & Restaurant Staff

Active Life Japan owns and operates 4 hotels in Madarao Kogen: Active Life Madarao, Hakken by Active Life, Xplore by Active Life and Space by Active Life. As one of Madarao’s largest employers, we provide an opportunity to experience the Japanese winter resort lifestyle with a working-holiday unlike anywhere else. In addition to wages, we offer accommodation, food, discounted passes and commissions, and a free inter-resort shuttle to nearby resorts.

Trade Affairs

You will be responsible for administrative tasks in the sales department of machine spare parts, including estimating maintenance parts, order processing, shipping tasks, and shipping arrangements based on your skills. Our company was founded in 1978 when the distribution of PET bottles started. Since then, we have been expanding internationally, and currently, overseas sales account for about 90% of our total revenue. We have established a production base in India, handling production to shipment. We will continue to develop new technologies as a leading company in the industry.

Staff Accommodation Manager

Hakuba Hospitality Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food & beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. This season we will be housing our staff in 10 different lodges located in the Happo Village and Wadano Woods areas. As the staff accommodation manager, you will primarily act as the point of contact for all staff accommodation-related matters, and will be the liaison between staff and management. You will be assisting with ensuring that the staff accommodations are meeting cleanliness and safety standards. The managers are responsible for ensuring that each accommodation is stocked with basic necessities like toilet paper and cleaning supplies. You will also run the famous Chu-Pong competition held at our very own crew bar.

Staff Accommodation Manager

Hakuba Hospitality Group (HHG) is comprised of a young and dynamic international team offering the largest portfolio of boutique hotels, premium chalets and apartments and international food & beverage outlets in prime locations throughout the Hakuba Valley. This season we will be housing our staff in 10 different lodges located in the Happo Village and Wadano Woods areas. As the staff accommodation manager, you will primarily act as the point of contact for all staff accommodation-related matters, and will be the liaison between staff and management. You will be assisting with ensuring that the staff accommodations are meeting cleanliness and safety standards. The managers are responsible for ensuring that each accommodation is stocked with basic necessities like toilet paper and cleaning supplies. You will also run the famous Chu-Pong competition held at our very own crew bar.

Sous chef & kitchen hands

Active Life is hiring for the 2023/2024 season at Madarao and Tangram, one of the fastest-growing international resorts in Japan, offering small crowds on countless powder days with an annual snowfall of 10 to 14 metres. Located in Nagano with direct access from Tokyo on a 2-hour bullet train. The resort offers 20 chair lifts and easy access to neighbouring resorts like Myoko and Nozawa Onsen. Madarao has a reputation for openly encouraging inbound tree-skiing within its bowl-like terrain. Active Life Japan owns and operates 4 hotels in Madarao Kogen: Active Life Madarao, Hakken by Active Life, Xplore by Active Life, and Space by Active Life. As one of Madarao’s largest employers, we offer a working holiday experience in the Japanese winter resort lifestyle. In addition to wages, we provide accommodation, food, discounted passes, commissions, and a free inter-resort shuttle to nearby resorts until 16/2. We’re looking for mature and authentic people with respect for other cultures, emotional intelligence, a sense of humour and a strong work ethic.

Sous chef & kitchen hands

We are hiring for the 2024/2025 season! Madarao and Tangram are one of the fastest growing international resorts in Japan yet still offers small crowds on countless powder days with an annual snowfall of 10 to 14 metres. Located in Nagano, with direct access from Tokyo on a 2-hour bullet train, the resort offers 20 chair lifts and easy access (within 40 mins) to neighbouring resorts like Myoko and Nozawa Onsen. Madarao is growing a reputation for openly encouraging inbound tree-skiing within its

Sous chef & kitchen hands

Active Life Japan owns and operates 4 hotels in Madarao Kogen: Active Life Madarao, Hakken by Active Life, Xplore by Active Life and Space by Active Life. Madarao and Tangram resorts offer a growing international environment, small crowds, and significant annual snowfall. The company offers an immersive Japanese winter resort lifestyle with additional benefits including accommodation, food, discounted passes, commissions, and an inter-resort shuttle. They seek mature, respectful, emotionally intelligent individuals with a sense of humour and a strong work ethic, to work across several hotel restaurants and bars. The role includes breakfast, lunch, dinners, and bar hours, and requires flexibility, adaptability, and cooperation in various functions within the hotels.

Ski Instructor

Hakuba47 Ski Academy is based in Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, Japan and run by Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park (Ski Resort). As part of the ski resort, there is strong teamwork with lift operators, patrols, ticket center staff, rental shop staff, and restaurant staff. The Hakuba Valley offers several ski resorts all within a 30-minute drive, allowing employees to enjoy a variety of skiing experiences. Hakuba47 Ski Academy distinguishes itself with more Japanese instructors than foreign instructors and a very friendly staff. We offer training, staff accommodation with 3 meals, a school uniform, as well as Hakuba47 and Hakuba Goryu lift pass for personal use.