Average Hourly Wage for Temporary Staff in April 2026 Reaches 1,713 Yen, Influenced by Spread of DX & AI; Marks 43rd Consecutive Month of Year-on-Year Growth.

According to a report by En Japan, the average hourly wage for temporary staff in Japan's three major metropolitan areas reached 1,713 yen in April 2026, up 0.6% from the previous year. This marks the 43rd consecutive month of year-on-year growth. Record-high wages were seen in categories like Office Work (1,696 yen) and IT/Engineering (2,720 yen). This trend is attributed to the widespread adoption of DX and AI, which has increased demand for specialized roles such as database engineers and project managers, while automating simpler tasks. The report also notes that many workers are unaware of free training programs, highlighting an opportunity for dispatch companies to enhance staff retention through skill development support.