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🇯🇵 Japan CV Format

Language Japanese
Length Standardized forms
Date Format YYYY/MM/DD
Paper Size A4 / B5
Photo Required
Spelling Japanese

Conventions & Rules

  • Two-document system: Rirekisho (履歴書) + Shokumu-keirekisho (職務経歴書)
  • Rirekisho: standardized JIS format with personal details, education, work history
  • Shokumu-keirekisho: flexible format for detailed work experience and achievements
  • Photo is required — passport-style professional headshot
  • Must be written in Japanese (unless applying to English-teaching roles)
  • Include DOB, nationality, marital status, and number of dependents
  • Digital submission is now acceptable (handwritten used to be required)
  • Cover letter is also typically expected
Photo: required DOB: Yes Nationality: Yes References: No Visa Status: Yes Marital Status: Yes

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