SSW sector

Wood Industry

木材産業

Turning timber into lumber, panels and building materials at Japanese sawmills and plants.

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What the work involves

Sawing and processing timber
Making plywood and laminated wood
Operating woodworking machinery

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.