Average Cluster Director Salary in Japan for 2024

In this article, we will look at the average Cluster Director salary for 2024 in Japan and how that compares to other countries and professions. We'll also look at interesting salary data points like median salary, 25th and 75th percentile salaries, salary amounts based on experience, bonus ranges and more!

The data in this article has been compiled using official government salary data, salary surveys, and other sources such as job postings which contain salary information.

All salary information is in the local currency, which is the Japanese yen. To keep things simple, we are using the JPY currency code instead of the currency symbol ¥.

How Much Does a Cluster Director Make in Japan?

A Cluster Director working in Japan will typically earn around 9,335,200 JPY per year, and this can range from the lowest average salary of about 4,297,400 JPY to the highest average salary of 14,880,300 JPY.

Average Annual Salary
9,335,200 JPY
Average Monthly Salary
777,933 JPY

Lowest Annual Salary
4,297,400 JPY
Lowest Monthly Salary
358,116 JPY

Highest Annual Salary
14,880,300 JPY
Highest Monthly Salary
1,240,025 JPY

These are average salaries for a Cluster Director in Japan and include benefits such as housing and transport. It's also possible for a Cluster Director to earn more or less than the average salaries shown above.

Cluster Director salaries will vary a lot based on your experience, location, skills, and gender. Keep reading below to research more data on each of these areas.

Distribution of Cluster Director Salaries in Japan

So we've looked at the average salaries a Cluster Director will earn in Japan. The next interesting data point is the distribution of salaries.

Salary ranges

We already know that a Cluster Director can earn between 4,297,400 JPY and 14,880,300 JPY on average in Japan. This is known as the range in statistics.

The difference between the maximum and minimum values is a good indicator of variability in salaries, and can be used by employers to figure out how much they can expect to pay, and for employees to know how much they can earn.

Median salary

The median salary for a Cluster Director in Japan is 10,092,500 JPY. This is the middle value in the distribution of salaries.

What this means is that approximately 50% of the population earn less than 10,092,500 JPY, and 50% of the population earn more than 10,092,500 JPY.

If you are earning more than the median salary, that's a good indicator that you are being paid well.

If you're not earning more than the median salary, your objective should be to increase your earnings to be at least as high as the median salary (which you can do by asking for a pay rise, looking for a better paying job, etc).

Percentiles

Percentiles are similar to the median salary, but instead of looking at the middle value, they look at the values in the top and bottom half of the distribution.

For the average Cluster Director salary in Japan, 25% of the population are earning less than 6,469,100 JPY while 75% of the population earn more than 6,469,100 JPY.

75% of the population earn less than 13,441,600 JPY, and 25% of the population earn more than 13,441,600 JPY.

Like the median salary, the 25th and 75th percentile salaries can be used to determine which quartile you fall into so that you know whether you are being paid well enough compared to others in your profession and location.

The difference between a median and an average salary

The median and average salary are both indicators you can use to see if you are being paid fairly based on the overall population.

  • If your salary is higher than the average and the median salary, you are earning well compared to others.
  • If your salary is lower than the average and the median salary, it could indicate you are not being paid well enough.
  • If you are somewhere in between then it's tricky to determine if you are being paid well enough and you might need to research more closely.

Cluster Director Salary by Experience Level in Japan

The most important factor in determining your salary after the specific profession is the number of years experience you have. It stands to reason that more years of experience will result in a higher wage.

We have researched the average cluster director salary based on years of experience to give you an idea of how the average changes once you've worked for a certain amount of time.

  • 0 - 2 Years Experience. A Cluster Director in Japan that has less than two years of experience can expect to earn somewhere in the region of 4,870,300 JPY.
  • 2 - 5 Years Experience. With two to five years of experience the average Cluster Director salary would increase to 6,514,800 JPY.
  • 5 - 10 Years Experience. From five to ten years of experience as a Cluster Director, the average salary would be 9,623,400 JPY.
  • 10 - 15 Years Experience. Once you have more than ten years of experience the average salary reaches around 11,734,300 JPY.
  • 15 - 20 Years Experience. A Cluster Director with 15 to 20 years of experience can earn an average of 12,841,200 JPY.
  • 20+ Years Experience. For a Cluster Director with more than 20 years, the expected average salary increases to 13,798,900 JPY.

Average Salary by Experience Chart

0-2 Years
4,870,300 JPY
2-5 Years +34%
6,514,800 JPY
5-10 Years +48%
9,623,400 JPY
10-15 Years +22%
11,734,300 JPY
15-20 Years +9%
12,841,200 JPY
20+ Years +8%
13,798,900 JPY

Cluster Director Salary by Education Level in Japan

As well as experience in a job, your education plays a big role in how much you can earn. A lot of higher paying positions require a high level of education, but how much can a degree increase your salary?

In our research we have compared the salaries of employees in the same job and career level with different levels of education to see how much more you can earn at each education level.

The salary you can earn based on your education is very specific to both your location and the career path you choose.

In our research, we looked at the average salary for a Cluster Director in Japan based on the education level of the employees in order to find out whether a better education level would increase your salary.

  • High School. A Cluster Director in Japan with a high school education can earn an average salary of 5,567,700 JPY.

  • Certificate or Diploma. A Cluster Director in Japan with a certificate or diploma education can earn an average salary of 8,724,700 JPY.

  • Bachelor's Degree. A Cluster Director in Japan with a bachelor's degree education can earn an average salary of 14,639,900 JPY.

Average Salary by Education Chart

High School
5,567,700 JPY
Certificate or Diploma +57%
8,724,700 JPY
Bachelor's Degree +68%
14,639,900 JPY

How Much is a Master's Degree or MBA Program?

The approximate cost of a master's degree or post-graduate program like an MBA in Japan is around 2,570,000 to 7,720,000 JPY and takes two years to complete.

As you can see above, there are financial benefits from reaching master's degree level, but don't expect to see much of a salary increase until you have completed the degree.

It's common for people to pursue an MBA or other post-graduate program in order to switch to a a job that pays more. On average, you can expect to earn around 10% more when switching to a new company.

Whether you decide to pursue a master's degree depends on many factors. If you are able to afford it, the numbers suggest that the return on investment is worth it and you could recover the costs in a few years from the salary increase you would receive.

Cluster Director Salary Compared by Gender

In the modern age, we know that there should never be a pay gap between men and women. Unfortunately, in many professions, there is still a significant difference between the salaries earned by men when compared to the salary of women in the same job.

In Japan, a male cluster director will earn an average of 9,673,100 JPY, while a female cluster director will earn around 9,010,800 JPY.

This means that a male cluster director earns approximately 7% more than a female cluster director for performing the same job.

Average Salary by Gender Chart in Japan

Male
9,673,100 JPY
Female -7%
9,010,800 JPY

Cluster Director Average Pay Raise in Japan

In many countries, an annual pay raise is often given to employees to reward their service with a salary increase.

From our research, we can see that the average pay raise for a Cluster Director in Japan is around 11% every 18 months.

The national average pay raise across all professions and industries in Japan is around 8% every 16 months.

In this case, we can see that the number of months between the average pay raise is higher than the typical 12 months.

To make the data more meaningful, we can calculate what the approximate annual pay raise would be using a simple formula:

Annual Increase = ( Increase Rate ÷ Months ) × 12

So for this example, it would be:

Annual Increase = ( 11 ÷ 18 ) × 12  = 7%

What this means is that a Cluster Director in Japan can expect to receive an average pay raise of around 7% every 12 months.

Annual Pay Raise by Industry in Japan for 2024

In the chart below, you can see the average annual pay raise percentages for each of the major industries in Japan.

You will see that companies in bigger and more lucrative industries tend to have the higher annual pay raises.

Banking
8%
Energy
7%
Information Technology
6%
Healthcare
5%
Travel
4%
Construction
3%
Education
2%

Cluster Director Bonus and Incentive Rates in Japan

Another part of your overall compensation in a job is how much bonus you receive. Some job roles will be more likely to pay a bonus than others and also more likely to have higher bonus rates.

Generally speaking, jobs that are more involved with direct revenue generation will receive higher bonuses based on the performance towards revenue goals.

A Cluster Director is a high bonus based job, with 87% of employees reporting at least one bonus in the last 12 months.

13% reported that they had not received any bonuses in the previous 12 months.

For the employees that did receive a bonus in the previous 12 months, the reported bonuses ranged from 5% to 9%.

Received Bonus
87%
No Bonus
13%

What are the Types of Bonus?

There are a number of difference types of bonus you can receive in a job. Including:

  • Individual performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee for general performance in the job. It's the most common type of bonus.
  • Company performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to a company employees to share profit with the staff.
  • Goal based bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee (or a team) for achieving specific goals, objectives, or milestones.
  • Holiday bonus - This type of bonus is usually paid around the holidays, often the end of the year, and is a token of appreciation for the hard work throughout the year.

Government vs Private Sector Salaries

Another commonly asked question is whether you get paid a higher salary working in the public (government) sector or the private sector.

Public sector employees in Japan earn approximately 4% more than private sector employees in the same role.

Public Sector
6,300,400 JPY
Private Sector -4%
6,048,900 JPY

Salaries for Jobs Similar to a Cluster Director

In the table below, we have salary information for jobs that are similar to a Cluster Director in Japan.

Job Title Category Salary
All Rounder Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,688,800 JPY
Assistant Executive Housekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,930,500 JPY
Assistant Food and Beverage Controller Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,769,500 JPY
Assistant Food and Beverage Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 8,232,100 JPY
Assistant Hospitality Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 8,568,100 JPY
Assistant Storekeeper Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,716,600 JPY
Assistant Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,043,600 JPY
Baker and Pastrycook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,221,600 JPY
Bakery Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,895,800 JPY
Bakery Superintendent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,205,100 JPY
Banquet Captain Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,519,500 JPY
Banquet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,421,600 JPY
Banquet Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,003,200 JPY
Bar Attendant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,161,200 JPY
Bar Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,116,600 JPY
Bar Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,854,700 JPY
Barista Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,460,900 JPY
Bartender Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,566,100 JPY
Bellman Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,967,000 JPY
Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,280,300 JPY
Bistro Attendant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,254,400 JPY
Buffet Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,792,300 JPY
Buffet Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,161,200 JPY
Buffet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,391,800 JPY
Butcher and Slaughterer Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,655,500 JPY
Cafeteria Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,124,400 JPY
Cafeteria Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,805,100 JPY
Cafeteria Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,773,700 JPY
Cake Decorator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,411,500 JPY
Casino Shift Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,007,800 JPY
Chain Store Customer Support Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,406,900 JPY
Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,898,100 JPY
Chef De Cuisine Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,326,200 JPY
Club Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,642,900 JPY
Cluster Revenue Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,369,700 JPY
Cocktail Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,207,600 JPY
Coffee Shop Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,105,200 JPY
Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,921,500 JPY
Confectionery Baker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,508,300 JPY
Conference and Sales Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,635,200 JPY
Conference Services Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,429,300 JPY
Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,503,800 JPY
Corporate Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,614,600 JPY
Corporate Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,794,900 JPY
Croupier Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,831,100 JPY
Culinary Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,741,800 JPY
Culinary Associate Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,751,700 JPY
Demi Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,224,200 JPY
Dietary Aide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,006,500 JPY
Dining Room Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,781,400 JPY
Dishwasher Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,703,200 JPY
Duty Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,810,800 JPY
Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,023,200 JPY
Executive Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,585,100 JPY
Executive Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,648,200 JPY
Fast Food Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,335,900 JPY
Fast Food Shift Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,406,900 JPY
Fine Dining Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,926,600 JPY
Fine Dining Restaurant Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,761,400 JPY
Fleet Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 10,357,200 JPY
Food and Beverage Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,499,500 JPY
Food Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 6,216,700 JPY
Food Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,618,200 JPY
Food Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,930,500 JPY
Food Service Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,309,600 JPY
Food Service Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 8,352,700 JPY
Food Service Sales Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,752,100 JPY
Food Service Worker Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,052,200 JPY
Front Desk Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,508,300 JPY
Front Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,254,400 JPY
Front Office Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,439,200 JPY
Guest Service Executive Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 6,395,900 JPY
Guest Service Representative Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,629,100 JPY
Head Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,667,500 JPY
Head Concierge Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,192,300 JPY
Hospitality Director Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 11,891,900 JPY
Hostess / Host Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,304,300 JPY
Hotel Desk Clerk Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,339,200 JPY
Hotel Maid Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,678,300 JPY
Hotel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 11,352,300 JPY
Hotel Sales Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 8,242,900 JPY
Hotel Service Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 6,433,500 JPY
Hotel Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,052,200 JPY
Inventory Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,495,600 JPY
Kitchen Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,934,900 JPY
Kitchen Staff Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,173,000 JPY
Kitchen Supervisor Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,421,600 JPY
Line Cook Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,610,800 JPY
Luggage Porter Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,693,600 JPY
Motel Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 6,564,600 JPY
Pastry Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,432,600 JPY
Pastrycooking and Baking Assistant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,254,400 JPY
Production Operator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,395,900 JPY
Quality, Health and Safety Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,792,300 JPY
Receptionist Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 2,304,300 JPY
Regional Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 9,372,400 JPY
Restaurant Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 8,038,700 JPY
Restaurant Server Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,942,700 JPY
Room Reservations Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,993,600 JPY
Room Service Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 7,642,900 JPY
Sous Chef Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,414,800 JPY
Special Events Coordinator Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 4,703,900 JPY
Supervisor of Food Services Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,136,500 JPY
Tour Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,857,100 JPY
Tour Guide Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,755,300 JPY
Tour Manager Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 5,232,400 JPY
Travel Agent Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 3,875,100 JPY
Travel Consultant Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 6,011,900 JPY
Waiter / Waitress Food / Hospitality / Tourism / Catering 1,955,300 JPY

Salary Comparison by City

If you want to compare salaries with different cities in Japan, you can use the links below to explore the data for each specific city we have researched.

City Average Salary
Fukuoka 10,092,500 JPY
Hiroshima 8,807,800 JPY
Kawasaki 9,396,300 JPY
Kobe 9,154,500 JPY
Kyoto 8,868,100 JPY
Nagoya 9,925,000 JPY
Osaka 10,237,100 JPY
Saitama 9,094,100 JPY
Sapporo 9,634,900 JPY
Sendai 8,521,700 JPY
Tokyo 10,849,200 JPY
Yokohama 10,537,900 JPY

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