This article examines the salary levels in Japan and explores the factors that influence them. According to data from Statista, the average monthly salary for full-time employees in Japan was ¥4,810,000 ($45,000) in 2019, slightly higher than the OECD average of around $42,000 per year but lower than many other developed countries such as Germany ($53,000), France ($56,000), and Canada ($60,000). Japanese workers enjoy relatively good pay thanks largely due to job security provided by strong labor laws along with additional benefits such as twice yearly bonuses. Factors which can influence salary levels include industry sector/location/experience level etc., making it difficult to give an exact answer when considering whether “Japanese get paid well” overall.