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Originally Posted by Sangetsu
A working holiday visa will allow a visitor to work part time for 6 months in Japan. There are no educational requirements, but only the British, Canadians, or Australians qualify for a WHV.
Getting a standard work visa is more difficult. There are educational and sponsorship requirements, and a minimum income requirement, which an entry level carpenter in Japan is certainly not going to earn.
Carpentry in Japan is much more specialized than it is on other countries. Woodworking here is an art, a master carpenter in America or Europe would not be as qualified as a senior apprentice in Japan.
How much you earn depends on your skill level. An entry level apprentice may earn only 1000 yen an hour, whereas a qualified carpenter may make three times as much. A master carpenter can command pretty much whatever price he wants, but you won't find many of them under the age of 50, it takes a long time to become a "master" at anything in Japan.
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wow some great info thx alot, alltho he may be a bit dissapointed to hear it ><
i think his on about $24 ph but as i said before, in some areas tradies are in high demand, standard electricians are getting 27 - 30 an hour.. (QLD)
so i dont think he would be happy to work for $10 an hour >< thats what first year apprentices earn here and goes up each year for 3 - 4 years
how does the employment work for carpenters in Japan? i noticed you mentioned the "master" carpenters.. are they like the bosses on site? (gotta ask cause tom will ask me when im teeling him) that was info for standard domestic work yes? what about commercial work? skyscrapers etc
thx again info was great
if anyone has anymore info that hasnt been covered plz post
JoshAussie