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Forestry

林業

Planting, caring for and harvesting Japan's forests.

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What the work involves

  • Planting and thinning trees
  • Logging and timber transport
  • Operating forestry machinery safely

What you need

  • A JLPT pass: N5, N4 or N3, depending on the programme and job
  • A pass certificate from this sector's skills test or evaluation exam

How Midori helps

  • Japanese language training up to the level your job needs
  • Preparation for the sector's skills test
  • Introductions to Japanese employers in this sector
  • Interview preparation and visa application
  • Support until you start work in Japan

Sector rules, test dates and Japanese levels are set by the Government of Japan and can change. Ask us for the current requirements before you apply.