Last Updated: 2025.12.22
Fast Retailing to Further Boost Employee Remuneration in Japan - Raising starting salaries for new graduates in Japan by up to 12%, accelerating global-standard recruitment and development
FAST RETAILING CO., LTD.
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Fast Retailing Group will raise the starting salaries for new graduates in Japan as of March 2026, aiming to further enhance its competitiveness on a global scale. Monthly starting salaries will rise by approx. 12% to ¥370,000 for new graduates hired as part of management candidate programs, and approx. 10% to ¥280,000 for other new graduates. These revisions set starting salaries at a level that is highly competitive across all industries in Japan.
The revision follows on from similar increases to employee salaries by the company in March 2023 and March 2025. By offering improved compensation for new employees who take on globally competitive roles, the Group aims to strengthen its ability to attract top talent and drive transformation toward a highly skilled, elite organization.
This revision is designed to inspire new employees to pursue ambitious goals from the outset, encouraging them to take on challenges. By fostering a virtuous cycle of growth and wage increases, Fast Retailing aims to boost overall productivity and achieve sustainable growth for the company.
Going forward, Fast Retailing will continue to actively invest in talent by regularly implementing promotions, appointments, and compensation increases for all employees - including both new graduates and existing staff - who demonstrate ambition and a commitment to working at a global standard, based on their abilities and achievements.
Details of Remuneration Revision
Global Leader Candidates (New graduates hired as part of management candidate programs)
- Starting Monthly Salary: ¥370,000 (approx. 12% increase from the current ¥330,000)
- Estimated Annual Income: ¥5,900,000 (approx. 12% increase from the current ¥5,260,000)
Regional Regular Employees (New graduates hired to work at specific regional stores)
- Starting Monthly Salary: ¥280,000 (approx. 10% increase from the current ¥255,000)
- Estimated Annual Income: ¥4,470,000 (approx. 10% increase from the current ¥4,070,000)
Effective From: March 2026 new hires
Eligible Employees: New graduates joining UNIQLO, GU, PLST, and Link Theory in Japan
