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For working with specific skills (SSW)
About conditions and tests

“I would like to work as a specific skilled worker in Japan, but
What test should I take? ”I will answer those questions.
To become a Specified Skilled Worker No. 1, you must pass two exams or complete technical training.
MirocStaff has already registered over 1,000 people who passed the exam.
We will do our best to support you in passing the exam and finding employment.

Conditions for a person who can become a specific skill No. 1

  1. Be over 18 years old.

  2. Must have no health problems and be able to work in Japan.

  3. Examination or experience (one of the following required)

    ●Pass both the Japanese language test and the skill test.
    ● Successfully completed Technical Intern Training No. 2 (transition to Specified Skilled Worker is possible with exam exemption).

Contents of the exam you should aim to pass

① Japanese language test (pass either one)

  • JFT-Basic

    Target level: A2 level
    Implemented by the Japan Foundation. This is a test that is taken on a computer.

  • Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

    Target level: N4 or higher
    This is the most famous Japanese language test conducted all over the world.

② Skill test (test for the field you want to work in)

This is a test to check whether you have the knowledge for the job you want to do.
From 2026, the number and scale of exams will increase.

  • restaurant industry

    Starting in 2026, the scale of the exam will expand and opportunities will increase.

  • Food and beverage manufacturing industry

    Manufacturing knowledge at the factory is tested. The scale of testing is also expanding.

  • Logistics warehouse (new field)

    This is a newly added field of interest starting in 2026.

  • nursing care

    Nursing care skills and a Japanese language test specifically for nursing care are required.

  • others

    A total of 19 fields including construction, agriculture, accommodation, building cleaning, and automobile maintenance.

Cases where you can become a specific skill without an exam

  • Those who have completed Technical Intern Training No. 2

    Those who have successfully completed three years of technical training can change to “Specified Skilled Worker No. 1” without taking an exam if they are in the same occupation.

  • If you want to change your job type

    Although you will be exempt from taking the Japanese language test, you will need to pass the “skills test” for the new field you want to work in.

MirocStaff support for successful applicants

You can rest assured that over 1,000 people have passed!
MirocStaff will support you if you want to pass the exam.

  • Abundant data on successful candidates

    More than 1,000 successful candidates will share their chosen study methods and advice.

  • Latest exam information

    We will promptly deliver information on the exam schedule that will change from 2026 and new fields (such as logistics).

  • Job introduction after passing the exam

    Once you pass the exam, we will immediately introduce you to a job that is perfect for you from over 4,000 companies.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of exam is required to become a specific skill No. 1?

You will need to pass the Japanese language test (JFT-Basic or JLPT N4 or higher) and the skill evaluation test for the field you want to work in.
However, those who successfully complete Technical Intern Training No. 2 may be exempted from the exam.

My Japanese is not very good yet, is that okay?

Miroku Staff is affiliated with Japanese language schools and vocational schools, and also provides study advice.
There are also many jobs that you can do without having a high level of Japanese language skills, such as arranging and picking ingredients.

What kind of work can you introduce me to?

We can introduce you to a wide range of jobs, including eating out (restaurants), food and beverage manufacturing (factories), distribution warehouses, lodging, and nursing care.
We have a wide range of options, including 4,000 customer restaurants and 100 factories of our group companies.