Employment Situation in New York

There are many Japanese companies in New York including subsidiaries and localized ones. Available job positions range from entry-level to management-level and work opportunities are increasing.

 New York/Manhattan

Types of Job available in New York are diverse including trading, finance, travel, IT, logistics, etc. There are many job openings for entry-level positions including administrative assistant, accountant, customer support, sales, IT engineer and travel agent. In addition, due to increased localization of Japanese companies in NY, job openings for professional and management-level positions are increasing. Furthermore, due to an ongoing popularity of Japanese food in the U.S., the numbers of Japanese restaurants are on the rise and there are openings in the food industry as well.

 New Jersey/Westchester

In this region, there are various manufacturers, logistics and pharmaceutical companies. Compared to Manhattan, there are fewer job opportunities in this area. Typical job openings are secretarial, accountant, administrative assistant and sales.


Jobs in New York

Latest Job Openings in New York (the U.S.)

Business Coordinator (contractor position)

A Japanese company specializing in the manufacturing and sales of consumer goods, including healthcare products (shampoos etc.) and cosmetics is expanding its business in USA. They are looking for a Business Coordinator who can facilitate smooth communication and coordination among internal and external stakeholders. Business-level proficiency in English, Japanese language skills are preferred. Work from home, with flexible hours (approximately 3 hours per day) Potential for business travel once per quarter. This is a contractor position for a monthly salary of $2,000.

Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 14727   Apply

General Manager - Japanese Bilingual

A Japanese restaurant is seeking a General Manager for a ramen restaurant located in Manhattan, NY. This position will manage overall operations, oversee the restaurant’s day-to-day functions and deliver an exceptional dining experience aligned with the brand’s values and service standards. Proficiency in both Japanese and English is required.

Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 15698   Apply

Project Manager

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Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 15756   Apply

Client-Facing AI Consultant Clone

A Japanese Consulting company is seeking a Client-Facing AI Consultant who can bridge the gap between business strategy and AI-driven solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of business and technology—someone who can engage with clients, understand their challenges, and design AI strategies that deliver measurable impact. This is a fully remote position.

Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 15753   Apply

Kitchen Manager

​​​​​​​A Japanese restaurant group ​​​​​​​is launching a new concept ramen restaurant in Manhattan, NY and is seeking a Kitchen Manager to join the opening team. This position is ideal for someone who has worked as a kitchen staff member and is ready to take on a leadership role. Prior management experience is not required, but we’re looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a desire to grow into a management position. Experience in a Japanese restaurant or familiarity with Japanese food culture is highly valued. Japanese or Spanish language skills are a plus (not required)

Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 15697   Apply

IT Project Manager -Japanese Bilingual

A Japanese IT Company is seeking a Japanese Bilingual IT Project Manager in Manhattan, NY. This position will be overseeing the implementation of IT solutions, projects, strategies, plans, and budgets for a few dedicated accounts. Fluent (and professional) level command of the Japanese language and business level command of the English language are required. Able to go on business trips (mostly domestic travel. Typical trips are for 2-3 days. )

Detail 10/22/2025   Job No. 15601   Apply

Financial Business Services Consultant

A Japanese Consulting company is seeking a Financial Business Services Consultant. The focus of this position is to work closely with the client business/IT unit personnel to gain an in-depth understanding of their operations, processes, services, and the context in which the business operates and delivery output that meets the client's expectations. Both English and Japanese speaking skills required.

Detail 10/21/2025   Job No. 15715   Apply

Business Analyst (Manager)

A Japanese Consulting company is seeking a Business Analyst who is experienced with business requirement in Treasury System within a client bank. The ideal candidate will have a background in financial services, and a thorough understanding of banking operations, specifically in the treasury function. This role will require working closely with treasury department, IT department and Tokyo Head Office IT development team.

Detail 10/21/2025   Job No. 15716   Apply

Customer Support Representative (IT Helpdesk – Tier 1)

A Japanese IT Solutions Provider is seeking a Japanese Bilingual Customer Support Representative (IT Helpdesk – Tier 1) in New York, NY. This position is responsible for providing first-level technical support, assisting users with troubleshooting, and helping with system setups. The role requires daily commuting and on-site work at the office.

Detail 10/21/2025   Job No. 15598   Apply

Human Resources Administrative Assistant(Temp)

A Japanese real estate company in Manhattan, New York is seeking an HR Administrative Assistant(Temp). This position will be responsible for handling administrative tasks related to benefits such as 401(k), as well as visa-related procedures. They are looking for candidates with proficient or higher-level skills in both Japanese and English. Prior experience in HR administration is preferred. *This position is a temporary staffing role for a minimum of 3 months, with potential for extension.

Detail 10/21/2025   Job No. 15504   Apply

Network Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to design, maintain, and optimize our clients’ network infrastructures. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, and Palo Alto equipment and a strong understanding of IP networking fundamentals. You will provide on-site and remote support, troubleshoot network issues, and implement solutions to maximize performance and reliability. Japanese language skills are preferred but not required if you have experience working with Japanese companies. This full-time role is based in Midtown Manhattan, NY, with hybrid work and occasional travel to client sites in NY, NJ, or CT.

Detail 10/20/2025   Job No. 15739   Apply

Business Development Manager -Japanese Bilingual

A Japanese restaurant group is seeking a  Business Development Manager. The ideal candidate will be based in Manhattan, NY, Los Angeles, CA, or San Francisco, CA, and be open to traveling up to 70% domestically. This position will be responsible for conducting market research to identify potential markets nationwide, developing store concepts tailored to each market, selecting real estate locations in targeted areas, and negotiating with realtors and landlords.​​​​​​​ Proficiency in both Japanese and English is required.

Detail 10/20/2025   Job No. 15703   Apply

IT Governance Consultant -Japanese Bilingual

​​​​​​​A Japanese IT company is looking for a IT Governance Consultant in Manhattan, NY. This position belongs to IT Planning Division and is responsible for Must be Japanese/English bilingual.​​​​​​​

Detail 10/20/2025   Job No. 15612   Apply

Logistics Manager and Logistics Sr Analyst

A major Japanese retail company is seeking a Logistics Manager and a Logistics Senior Analyst.

Detail 10/17/2025   Job No. 15621   Apply

Project Manager ( 仮)

A Japanese municipal government is recruiting a Project Manager for corporate attraction, tourism, and cultural exchange initiatives. The hiring is planned from the end of this year into early next year.

10/17/2025   Job No. 15732   Apply

Assistant General Manager - Japanese Bilingual

​​​​​​​A Japanese restaurant group ​​​​​​​is launching a new concept ramen restaurant and is looking for an Assistant General Manager to join the opening team in Manhattan, NY. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new from the ground up — ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and finds fulfillment in building a team and culture. This position will manage overall operations, oversee the restaurant’s day-to-day functions, and report to the General Manager. Proficiency in both Japanese and English is required.

Detail 10/17/2025   Job No. 15696   Apply

Senior Accountant (Japanese/English Bilingual)

Remote Senior Accountant (Japanese Bilingual) position available from the US or Japan. Responsible for financial reporting, tax filings, audits, and client support. Salary $50K–$100K + bonus, with full benefits.

Detail 10/15/2025   Job No. 15341   Apply

Marketing Specialist

​​​​​​​As our business expands, we are seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing Specialist to lead the branding efforts for our brand. This role is pivotal in shaping the public image of our brands, fostering media relationships, and driving impactful collaborations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PR strategy, media relations, and marketing initiatives, with a passion for storytelling and building connections.

Detail 10/15/2025   Job No. 14946   Apply

Japanese/English Bilingual Corporate Planning Manager

A Japanese company in Manhattan, NY is looking for a Corporate Planning Manager. This position supports Treasurer's duties such as financial reporting and tax filing and manage Corporate Planning division and Administrating division. Corporate Planning manager needs to have understanding of accounting standards, regulatory standards and general business.

Detail 10/15/2025   Job No. 13351   Apply

​​​​​​​Junior Accounting Coordinator

Seeking a full-time ​​​​​​​Junior Accounting Coordinator. Responsibilities include managing financial records, preparing reports, and coordinating budgeting processes.

Detail 10/10/2025   Job No. 15432   Apply

Accounting Clerk

A Japanese real estate company is seeking an Accounting Clerk in Manhattan, NY. Responsibilities include managing financial data, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and preparing financial reports. Base salary is $55-60K.

Detail 10/9/2025   Job No. 15249   Apply

Individual Tax Manager(Japanese/English Bilingual)

Remote Senior Accountant (Japanese Bilingual) position available from the US or Japan. Responsible for financial reporting, tax filings, audits, and client support. Salary $50K–$100K + bonus, with full benefits.

Detail 10/8/2025   Job No. 15686   Apply

Sales

We are looking for a sales staff to market our canned seafood to US-based supermarkets.

Detail 10/8/2025   Job No. 12609   Apply

​​​​​​​Power Platform Consultant/RPA Developer -Japanese Bilingual

A Japanese IT Company is seeking seeking a skilled RPA Developer to design, develop, and implement Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions to optimize business processes. The ideal candidate will have experience with RPA tools like Power Automate, UiPath, Automation Anywhere, or Blue Prism and a strong understanding of process automation and scripting. Those who can commute to our offices in Manhattan, NY or Torrance, LA will work in a hybrid arrangement, coming into the office three days a week. Candidates living in other areas will work fully remotely. Must be able to travel for business as needed.

Detail 10/8/2025   Job No. 15580   Apply

Building Assistant Property Manager

A Japanese real estate company is seeking a Building Assistant Property Manager in Manhattan, New York. Responsibilities include property management, tenant relations, financial tasks, and compliance oversight in the real estate industry.

Detail 10/7/2025   Job No. 15276   Apply

Loss Prevention Manager

A major Japanese retail chain is hiring a Loss Prevention Manage

Detail 10/7/2025   Job No. 15690   Apply

IT Infrastructure Manager in Global Markets Division

A major Japanese IT consulting company is looking for a Japanese-English bilingual IT infrastructure manager. You will be required to work at clients' onsite which is financial industry. This company specializes in providing solutions that support societal and corporate transformation by integrating system integration, consulting, and think tank functions.

Detail 10/6/2025   Job No. 14770   Apply

Sr. HR Specialist - Japanese Bilingual

A Japanese IT company located in Manhattan, New York is seeking a Sr. HR Specialist. This role will be responsible for a wide range of hands-on HR duties, including recruitment, payroll, benefits administration, and labor law compliance. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Japanese and English with over 5 years of HR experience. Competitive benefits include 100% employer-covered health insurance and 401(k).

Detail 10/6/2025   Job No. 15461   Apply

Chinese Bilingual ​​​​​​​Outside Sales Representative

A Japanese food and beverage distributor is seeking a Chinese Bilingual Outside Sales Representative in Secaucus, NJ. This position will be responsible for developing new client relationships, maintaining existing accounts, and promoting a wide range of imported Japanese food products to restaurants, grocery stores, and distributors across the region.  ​​​This roll will focus on promoting Japanese food and beverage products to Chinese grocery stores, restaurants, and foodservice businesses across the region.​

Detail 10/3/2025   Job No. 15041   Apply

System Engineer (Infrastructure & Cloud)

A Japanese IT Company is seeking a skilled and experienced System Engineer with over 3 years of hands-on expertise in infrastructure and cloud technologies. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of our organization's IT systems and cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. 100-120K. This role will involve working closely with Japanese clients, with about half of the week spent on-site at client locations. Weekly meetings with client representatives based in Japan are also expected, which may result in occasional overtime.

Detail 10/3/2025   Job No. 14742   Apply

Loan Staff (Japanese-English bilingual)

Full-time position in New York, Manhattan for a Japanese-English bilingual Loan Staff. Responsibilities include client relations, loan processing, financial analysis, and asset management.

Detail 9/24/2025   Job No. 15287   Apply

Credit Analyst

Responsible for credit risk management and related administrative work. Works with and assists the Account Officer to service the Bank’s corporate clients. Develops and analyzes all types of credit information, completes all documents (including projections), prepares analysis and makes appropriate recommendations. Assists in relationship management and promotion of non-credit business as required.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 10251   Apply

IT Application Engineer

A Japanese steel trading company is hiring an IT Application Engineer (ERP).

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 10378   Apply

SAP ERP Manager

The position involves managing and performing SAP ERP and other system requirements for financial accounting area. Responsibilities include project execution, software requirement analysis, configuration changes, documentation creation, and leading project members. The right candidate should have project management and analytical skills, along with at least 3 years of user support and 7 years of SAP ERP implementation experience.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 12428   Apply

Chef

A high-end kaiseki speakeasy-style Japanese restaurant is looking for a chef.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 12747   Apply

Security Engineer

A Japanese IT service provider is looking for a Security Engineer. Bilingual in English and Japanese required.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 12779   Apply

Restaurant Manager

A Ramen restaurant is looking for a Restaurant manager / General manager. They own around 40 restaurants in the world and 2 restaurants in NY.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14070   Apply

B2B Sales Representative

​​​​​​​As our business expands, we established our New York office in November 2024, and are looking for a results-driven Sales Representative with excellent interpersonal skills to actively seek out and engage customer prospects. ​​​​​​​Sales activities may also include visits to new and existing clients throughout the United States.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14321   Apply

Junior/Senior Accountant (NY)

A firm specializing in accounting services for Japanese companies is seeking an accounting professional. With a team of bilingual CPAs and experts across various fields, they support Japanese businesses expanding into the U.S. by providing tailored accounting, tax, and consulting services. They work environment offers exposure to specialists in accounting and tax, making it an excellent place for career growth, including CPA certification. Additionally, with minimal overtime compared to typical accounting firms, they provide a work-life-friendly atmosphere, making this role ideal for professionals balancing career and family. We take pride in our long-standing low turnover rate, ensuring a stable and supportive workplace.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14639   Apply

Bilingual (Japanese/English) Sales Representative

We are a leading importer and distributor of Asian confectionery, snack, and beverage products. We are seeking a bilingual (Japanese/English) Sales Representative with 2-3 years of experience in the wholesale snacks and beverages industry. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and possess strong communication skills. Fluency in Japanese is required, along with business-level English proficiency.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14658   Apply

IT Business Analyst –Market Risk in Global Markets

A major Japanese IT consulting company is looking for a Japanese-English bilingual IT Business Analyst. You will be required to work at clients' on-site which is the financial industry. This company specializes in providing solutions that support societal and corporate transformation by integrating system integration, consulting, and think tank functions.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14771   Apply

IT Business Analyst in Electronic Trading for Global Markets

A major Japanese IT consulting company is looking for a Japanese-English bilingual IT Business Analyst in Electronic Trading for Global Markets. You will be required to work at clients' on-site which is the financial industry. This company specializes in providing solutions that support societal and corporate transformation by integrating system integration, consulting, and think tank functions.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 14774   Apply

Clean Room Technician

​​​​​​​In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and operating equipment in a clean room environment, supporting process development, and ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Detail 9/23/2025   Job No. 15585   Apply

Sales Executive (New York)

An packaging manufacturing company is currently seeking a Sales Executive at New York Office. Experience in packaging or printing products is ideal, but candidates from other industries with B2B sales experience in custom products rather than off-the-shelf items would also be welcomed. Main clients are in the cosmetics, apparel and food industries. With manufacturing facilities overseas, products are imported from China and Southeast Asia. There will be business trips within the U.S. and to suppliers in Asia. The frequency of trips is about 1-2 times a year.

Detail 9/8/2025   Job No. 15130   Apply

Marketing & Sales Associate

This position is responsible for assisting with analyzing, planning, developing, coordinating, and executing Sales, Marketing, and Business Development activities to increase both revenue and volume of the business.

Detail 9/5/2025   Job No. 12256   Apply

Warehouse Manager

A Japanese food trading company located in Queens is currently seeking a Warehouse Manager. The role involves managing a team of approximately 30-40 employees, including drivers. Experience in managing warehouses within the food industry is required.

Detail 8/21/2025   Job No. 13979   Apply

Store Manager

A Japanese children's apparel brand is looking for a store manager.

Detail 8/20/2025   Job No. 14751   Apply

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Detail 8/19/2025   Job No. 14923   Apply

Shift Leader (Part time)

A restaurant known for serving freshly made Japanese-style cakes is seeking an Shift Leader (Part time)​​​​​​​. ​​​​​​​The Shift Leader will support the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring exceptional service and a positive dining experience for guests. This role involves collaborating with the management team to oversee staff, manage inventory, and maintain the overall ambiance of the establishment.

Detail 8/1/2025   Job No. 14036   Apply

Commercial Property & Casualty Account Representative

​​​​​​​Work closely with Property & Casualty and personnel and Clients. Responsible for building client relationships by providing quality customer service to ensure retention of clients and solicit bids on new businesses, managing renewals, making presentations. Responsibility includes retention of new and renewal clients and maintaining a partnership with the group companies to support business development activities while upholding high service standards. In addition, the candidate must be highly organized, motivated, resourceful and a quick learner.

Detail 4/9/2025   Job No. 12093   Apply

Hair Stylist

This position provides haircut service to incoming customers. Also, this position is required to perform certain daily operational duties of hair salon.

Detail 11/20/2024   Job No. 12426   Apply

Personal Line Account Representative

A Japanese Insurance broker is looking for a Personal Line Account Representative/Assistant. The essential duties are below. ・Duties consist of all aspects of daily operation, including but not limited to preparing ACORD applications, quotes, certificates of insurance, auto ID cards, endorsement requests, policy checks, filing, downloading policies, and data entry. ・Establish customer relationships and follow up with customers as needed. ・Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service. ・Service can include responding to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility, coverages, policy changes, transfers, claim submissions and billing clarification.

Detail 4/2/2024   Job No. 12671   Apply