How to Write a Japanese Resume for Part-Time Jobs | Free Resume Builder for Foreigners in Japan

Are you looking for your first part-time job in Japan?
Do you feel unsure about how to write a Japanese resume (rirekisho)?

Japanese resumes have some unique rules that may be different from your country.
But don’t worry — with the YOLO JAPAN Resume Builder,
you can automatically create a Japanese-style resume in minutes.
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■What You’ll Learn in This Guide

・Understand the key sections of a Japanese resume
・Learn useful tips for creating your part-time job resume
・Start your resume and apply for jobs right away

■Where to Get a Resume Form

・Convenience stores
・100-yen shops
・Internet (free download)

But handwriting can be difficult...
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■Basic Rules When Writing a Resume

・Use a black pen (no erasable pens)
・If you make a mistake, rewrite the page
・Do not use copies (submit the original)
・Write “None” if something doesn’t apply to you

💡The tool automatically applies the correct format, so you don’t need to worry about mistakes.

■How to Fill Out Each Section

Check the image below and write step by step.

1. 日付（Date）

Write the date you fill out your resume, using the Western calendar.
Example: April 15, 2025

2. 氏名（Name）

Write your name as “Family Name → Given Name.”
If it says furigana, write the reading in hiragana.
If it says Furigana (カタカナ), write it in katakana.

3. 生年月日（Date of Birth）

Use the Western calendar. Example: June 20, 1998

4. 住所（Address）

Write in this order: Prefecture → City → Street → Building name.

5. 学歴&職歴（Education & Work History）

・Education: School name, entrance and graduation dates
・Work history: Company name and period (year/month)
*Write education and work history separately.

6. 資格（Qualifications）

Write any licenses or certificates you have, with the date you received them.
Example: Driver’s license, JLPT N3, TOEIC 600.

7. 志望動機（Reason for Applying）

Write why you want to do this part-time job.
Example: “I want to use Japanese at work” or “I want to learn customer service.”

8. 扶養家族数（Dependents）

Write the number of family members who depend on your income.
*Do not include your spouse.

9. 配偶者（Marital Status）

Circle “Yes” if you have a spouse, “No” if you don’t.

10. 希望職種（Desired Position）

Write the job position you want.
Example: “Restaurant hall staff,” “Kitchen,” or “Either is fine.”

11. 本人希望記入欄（Remarks）

Write any notes such as school schedule, available work days or hours.

■3 Common Mistakes (Solved with the Tool!)

① Inconsistent dates or format → The tool automatically unifies everything.
② Mistakes with handwriting or PDF editing → You can easily edit and save anytime.
③ Self-introduction lacks detail → Write in your own language; it’s automatically translated into Japanese.

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■Why a Proper Resume Is Important

In Japan, a carefully written resume shows motivation and reliability.
For foreigners applying for part-time jobs, your resume often creates your first impression.
Use the tool to make a clean, correct, and professional-looking resume!

■Next Step: Find a Job!

Once your resume is ready, search and apply for part-time jobs that match you.

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