

{"id":4963,"date":"2026-07-29T11:30:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T02:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/?page_id=4963"},"modified":"2026-08-04T17:30:35","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T08:30:35","slug":"change-jobs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/","title":{"rendered":"Those who want to change jobs with specific skills"},"content":{"rendered":"<section>\n<div class=\"section__hero--layer worker\">\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h1>With specific skills (SSW)<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>For those who are thinking of changing jobs<\/h1>\n<p>Are you thinking, &#8220;I want to work somewhere with a better salary&#8221; or &#8220;My current job is over, but I want to stay in Japan&#8221;?<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>A specific skill visa allows you to change companies (change jobs) as long as the work rules (field) are the same.<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>Miroku staff will help you take a \u201cnew step\u201d if you are already working hard in Japan.<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>We support you with abundant job opportunities and professional support.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"background-blobs\">\n<div id=\"blob1\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"blob2\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"blob3\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"inner mid\">\n<div class=\"title__basic\">\n<h2>Rules for changing jobs with specific skills<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list__bar worker feature mb-40\">\n<ol>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">OK if you are in the same field<\/h3>\n<p>For example, it is possible to change jobs from &#8220;restaurant&#8221; to another &#8220;restaurant&#8221; without taking an exam.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">When changing fields<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to change to a different type of job (for example, from eating out to food and beverage manufacturing), you can do so by passing a &#8220;skills test&#8221; in the new field.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">required documents<\/h3>\n<p>You will need documents such as a &#8220;retirement certificate&#8221; from your previous company. Don&#8217;t worry, Miroku staff will tell you what to prepare.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card__flex lineup\">\n<div class=\"btn__link worker\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/rules\/\">Job change rules and conditions<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__link worker\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/flow\/\">Steps to change jobs<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__link worker\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/merit\/\">Advantages and precautions<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"inner mid\">\n<div class=\"title__basic\">\n<h2>Three benefits of changing jobs with Miroku Staff<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list__grid--3 worker\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<figure><img src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/origin\/img\/change-jobs\/figure_1.webp\" alt=\"Over 4,000 companies to introduce\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3>Referrals to over 4,000 companies<\/h3>\n<p>There are many jobs throughout Japan, including restaurants, factories, and warehouses. You are sure to find a place that suits your wishes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<figure><img src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/origin\/img\/change-jobs\/figure_2.webp\" alt=\"Smooth visa procedures\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3>Visa procedures are smooth<\/h3>\n<p>Changing jobs requires visa procedures (notification). Our affiliated administrative scriveners will provide support to ensure there are no errors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<figure><img src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/origin\/img\/change-jobs\/figure_3.webp\" alt=\"Consultation about daily life is also available\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3>You can also consult about life.<\/h3>\n<p>Our multilingual staff will carefully assist you with matters such as moving due to a job change, finding a new home, and completing administrative procedures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"inner mid\">\n<div class=\"title__basic\">\n<h2>Steps to a successful career change<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list__bar worker feature\">\n<ol>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">Consultation first (free)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"mb-20\">Please register via LINE or web form. Secrets will be strictly kept.<\/p>\n<div class=\"btn__link--small worker left\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/contact\/\">Consultation form<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">New job introduction<\/h3>\n<p>We will listen to your experience and wishes and suggest companies that are a good fit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">online interview<\/h3>\n<p>You can take an interview on your smartphone on your day off from your current job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">Job offer\/visa procedures<\/h3>\n<p>Once you have decided on a new company, you will begin the necessary visa procedures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<h3 class=\"mb-20\">start new job<\/h3>\n<p>Successfully changed jobs! If you have any problems even after joining the company, please contact us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div class=\"section white\">\n<div class=\"inner\">\n<div class=\"title__basic\">\n<h2>Also read: Information for those who want to work<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list__link worker\">\n<ul>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/guide\/\">What does it mean to work with specific skills in Japan?<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/requirements\/\">Conditions and tests for working with specific skills<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/salary\/\">Salary and treatment of specific skills<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/step\/\">How to work in Japan\/Steps<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/jobs\/\">Search for jobs<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/change-jobs\/\">Those who want to change jobs with specific skills<\/a>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<div class=\"section small\">\n<div class=\"inner mid\">\n<div class=\"title__basic\">\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list__faq worker mb-40\">\n<dl>\n<dt><p>What kind of exam is required to become a specific skill No. 1?<\/p><\/dt>\n<dd><p>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.<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>However, those who successfully complete Technical Intern Training No. 2 may be exempted from the exam.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt><p>My Japanese is not very good yet, is that okay?<\/p><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Miroku Staff is affiliated with Japanese language schools and vocational schools, and also provides study advice.<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>There are also many jobs that you can start without having a high level of Japanese language skills, such as arranging and picking ingredients.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt><p>What kind of work can you introduce me to?<\/p><\/dt>\n<dd><p>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.<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>We have a wide range of options, including 4,000 customer restaurants and 100 factories of our group companies.<\/p><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn__link worker\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/faq\/\">For those who want to work, go to FAQ list<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"footer__contact\">\n<figure><img src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/origin\/img\/common\/figure_2.webp\" alt=\"Start by registering as a user\" decoding=\"async\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"inner worker\">\n<p>First of all, feel free to<br class=\"hide-480\"\/>User registration<\/p>\n<div class=\"btn__link--small employer\">\n<a href=\"\/en\/worker\/contact\/\">Free user registration<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"With specific skills (SSW)For those who are thinking of changing jobs Are you thinking, &#8220;I want to work somewhere with a better salary&#8221; or &#8220;My current job is over, but I want to stay in Japan&#8221;?A specific skill visa allows you to change companies (change jobs) as long as the work rules (field) are the [&hellip;]","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"parent":5689,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_locale":"en_US","_original_post":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/?page_id=85","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4963","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","en-US"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4963","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4963"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4963\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6284,"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4963\/revisions\/6284"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5689"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ssw.mirocstaff.co.jp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4963"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}