International job applications
Resume for jobs in Japan
International hires often need English + Japanese materials. Match the posting, then generate a Japanese version from the tailored resume.
Free Japanese resume translator
Upload your resume here. We open the studio with Japanese (日本語) ready, so you can preview your 履歴書 / 職務経歴書 and download PDF or Word.
- Upload PDF or DOCX on this page
- Language preselected: Japanese
- Preview → translate → download
Sign in if prompted. After upload you can paste a JD to match gaps, then tailor + translate.
Don't only translate — match the job first
Free Japanese translation is included. Matching the JD first surfaces gaps like these so the localized resume actually fits the role.
- Missing: React
- Missing: AWS
- Missing: Docker
How to prepare a resume for Japan
- Use the translation as a content draft for rirekisho / shokumu keirekisho forms when required.
- Match the Japanese or English JD before localizing.
- Keep product names and certifications in standard forms.
- Offer bilingual downloads when applying to global teams in Japan.
Recommended order: tailor to the JD, then translate to Japanese when the market expects a 履歴書 / 職務経歴書.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Japanese resume always required?
Depends on the employer. Many global firms accept English; Japanese helps when requested or when the JD is Japanese.
Does JD VS Resume create official Japanese forms?
It translates structured resume content. Adapt into official templates if the employer requires a fixed form.
Is Japanese translation free?
Yes — unlimited translate on the Free plan.