履歴書 (rirekisho)
The application form employers in Japan usually ask for. You fill in personal details, education and work history, and licenses and qualifications in a set format.
New graduate resume templates
履歴書 and 職務経歴書 formats, free to edit and export.
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New Graduate (International)
履歴書（新卒・外国人）
For international students. Adds Japanese level, visa status, and work eligibility.
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New Graduate
履歴書（新卒）
For your first job after graduation. Leads with education, strengths, and motivation.
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職務経歴書 (shokumu keirekisho)
Shows the specific work and strengths a 履歴書 has no room for. Use it together with your 履歴書.
MHLW or JIS style?
The JIS example 履歴書 was withdrawn in July 2020, and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) published a new example in 2021. Its gender field is optional, and it has no fields for commute time, dependents, or spouse. Choose the MHLW style unless an employer asks for the older JIS layout.
Source: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japanese)