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What Is Tokutei Ginou?
Tokutei Ginou (特定技能), also known as SSW (Specified Skilled Worker), is a Japanese work visa for foreign nationals. It allows people to work in Japan without a higher education background or prior work experience. To apply, you must be a high school or vocational school graduate, have Japanese proficiency proven by a certificate of at least JLPT N4 (JLPT N3 is recommended), and hold an SSW certificate for your chosen field.
Tokutei Ginou Fields at Arkalearn
Hospitality (Housekeeping)
Kaigo / Elderly Care
Restaurants
Drivers (Bus & Truck)
Railways
Tokutei Ginou Requirements
Food Processing, Elderly Care, Hospitality, Restaurants
- Women / Men
- High school / vocational school graduate or above
- Aged 18–35 (*)
- Physically and mentally healthy
- Height: men min. 160, women min. 155 (*)
- Myopia no greater than −4 (*)
- No history of bone fractures
- No tattoos
- No dyed hair
- No partial color blindness
For Drivers (Bus & Truck)
- Women / Men
- High school / vocational school graduate or above
- Aged 23–40 (*)
- Hold a SIM A / B driving licence
- Experience driving a bus / truck
- Physically and mentally healthy
- Height: men min. 160, women min. 155 (*)
- Myopia no greater than −4 (*)
- No history of bone fractures
- No tattoos
- No dyed hair
- No partial color blindness
For Railway Roles
- Women / Men
- D4 / bachelor’s degree or above in railway, electronics, electrical, or civil engineering
- Aged 18–35 (*)
- Physically and mentally healthy
- Height: men min. 160, women min. 155 (*)
- Myopia no greater than −4 (*)
- No history of bone fractures
- No tattoos
- No dyed hair
- No partial color blindness
(*) Flexible, subject to the conditions or requirements of the employer in Japan.
Tokutei Ginou Journey
- Register
- Screening & Interview
- N5 Class
- N4 Class
- N3 Class
- SSW & Interview
- JLPT & SSW Exams
- Job Matching
- Depart for Japan
Tokutei Ginou Schedule & Fees
Intensive BootcampJapanese N5(Beginner Level)N5
Online3 Months
Mon, Wed, Fri /Tue, Thu, SatTime: 19.00 - 20.30 WIBLive Classes via ZOOM
Rp 2.500.0003 installments, interest-free
with no conditions!
with no conditions!
Classes Start
28 October 2026
28 October 2026
Free ConsultationIntensive BootcampJapanese N4N4
Online2 Months
Mon, Wed, Fri /Tue, Thu, SatTime: 19.00 - 21.00 WIBLive Classes via ZOOM
Rp 3.000.0003 installments, interest-free
with no conditions!
with no conditions!
Classes Start
28 October 2026
28 October 2026
Free ConsultationIntensive BootcampJapanese N3N3
Online4 Months
Mon, Wed, Fri /Tue, Thu, SatTime: 19.00 - 21.00 WIBLive Classes via ZOOM
Rp 4.000.0003 installments, interest-free
with no conditions!
with no conditions!
Classes Start
28 October 2026
28 October 2026
Free ConsultationIntensive BootcampSSW & Interview Training6 Fields to Choose FromSSW
Online5 Weeks
Mon, Wed, Fri /Tue, Thu, SatTime: 19.00 - 21.00 WIBLive Classes via ZOOM
Rp 2.500.0003 installments, interest-free
with no conditions!
with no conditions!
Classes Start
28 October 2026
28 October 2026
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FAQ
Questions About Tokutei Ginou
Can I start at a level above N5 (beginner)?
Yes! If you have studied N5 (Minna no Nihongo chapters 1–25), you can start at N4. If you already have a JLPT N4 or JFT A2 certificate, you can start at N3 or SSW.
Can I change the class schedule?
No, schedules are fixed. If your intake meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, but you can only attend Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, Arky recommends waiting for the next intake with a suitable schedule. In-person classes are only held on Saturday and Sunday.
Can I join while working?
Absolutely. Online classes take place in the evening and recordings are available. In-person classes are held on Saturday and Sunday, so they will not interfere with your work schedule.
Unsure which class is right for you?
If you are unsure which program suits you, Arky can help you choose based on your background. Free consultation (082123130680).
