2025 State of Tech Talent Japan Report

The 2025 State of Tech Talent Japan Report is a comprehensive research report that analyzes the current state of technical hiring, the impact of AI disruption, and the existing skills gap within Japanese organizations. The report outlines the significant challenges faced by these organizations, particularly the shortage of skilled professionals, with over 70% reporting understaffing in key technological areas. It highlights that Japan lags behind other regions in cloud adoption, with only 34% of workloads in public clouds. The report emphasizes the importance of upskilling as a strategic priority, with 94% of organizations recognizing its value for talent retention. It details how upskilling is more efficient than hiring new talent, taking 124% less time. Furthermore, the report discusses the positive net hiring effect of AI and the need for organizations to develop existing talent to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The findings are based on survey responses from 556 global participants, focusing on the unique context of Japan's tech industry.