Store Construction , Rakuten Mobile , Shop Construction and Maintenance Group - Shop Development Section , Shop Operation Department , Area Business Supervisory Department(GSD)

Job Description

This role manages the planning, construction, renovation, and maintenance of Rakuten Mobile shops across Japan. Responsibilities may include coordinating contractors, landlords, designers, internal departments, budgets, schedules, permits, quality control, and ongoing facility repairs. Candidates are expected to have experience in store development, construction management, facilities, property management, or a related field. Strong project coordination, negotiation, cost-control, and problem-solving skills are important. Business-level Japanese is likely required because the position involves local contractors, property owners, regulations, and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate should be organized, practical, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple projects while meeting safety, quality, timeline, and commercial requirements.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, fintech, digital content, travel, advertising, communications, and professional sports. Rakuten Mobile is the group’s telecommunications business, providing mobile voice and data services while expanding its retail shop network throughout Japan. The company promotes a highly international working environment and serves customers through both digital platforms and physical locations. Employees may work with colleagues, suppliers, landlords, construction firms, and business partners across many countries and industries. Rakuten typically values initiative, speed, ownership, customer focus, and the ability to work across organizational boundaries. This shop construction position supports the expansion and reliable operation of Rakuten Mobile’s customer-facing retail infrastructure.

Destination Guide

Japan offers opportunities in technology, telecommunications, construction, engineering, retail, hospitality, finance, and international business. Tokyo has the widest range of roles, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and regional cities can offer lower living costs and growing employment markets. Japanese workplace culture generally emphasizes punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect for hierarchy, and careful communication. Daily life is safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, healthcare, and extensive shopping and dining options, although housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Foreign workers usually need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by their employer; qualifications and job duties must match the visa category. Relocating typically involves securing housing, registering residency, arranging health insurance and a bank account, and learning basic Japanese. Strong Japanese ability significantly improves career options and everyday integration, especially in construction, retail, and operations roles.