Bento Graphics – Branding, Graphic Design & Web Design Studio in Tokyo

Bento Graphics is a Tokyo-based design studio crafting compelling experiences from fine branding, illustration, UI/UX design & web development.

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Bilingual UI/UX Designer
(Freelance)

We are seeking a native Japanese UI/UX designer who is also fluent in English, with an expert level of Figma skills. This freelance/contract role involves working on bilingual or Japanese-language digital platforms with a focus on clear UX, strong layout, and precision in execution. Preferably a designer with a keen minimal German/Swiss design sense and a touch of humor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design bilingual UI/UX for websites, applications, and digital tools
  • Create high-fidelity mockups, clickable prototypes, and component-based systems in Figma
  • Apply advanced knowledge of Japanese typography and layout principles
  • Translate wireframes and briefs into polished, user-centered design using responsive layout techniques
  • Collaborate remotely with creative directors, developers, and international clients
  • Develop information architecture and wireframes
  • Create storytelling concepts that enhance user experience and brand engagement

You Should Have

  • Native-level Japanese with strong written/spoken English
  • Expert proficiency in Figma, including design systems and prototyping
  • A deep understanding of Japanese typographic conventions
  • A sharp eye for detail and consistency in design
  • A strong portfolio of responsive UI/UX work

Nice to Have

  • More in-depth experience with UX design, including user testing and workshops
  • Experience with multilingual/bilingual design workflows
  • Knowledge of micro-interactions or motion prototyping tools (e.g., Lottie)
  • Skilled in vector drawing for infographics, charts, icons, and illustrations
  • Understanding of accessibility

Location & Availability

  • Freelance / contract-based
  • Remote work possible, Tokyo or Japan-based candidates preferred
  • Flexible schedule, but ability to join meetings in JST business hours when needed

How to Apply

Please send the following:

  • Your portfolio (highlighting UI/UX and Figma work)
  • A short self-introduction (in Japanese and English)
  • Your current availability and hourly/daily rate

Please apply here:
jobs@bentographics.com

Elementor Developer
(Freelance)

Searching for an experienced Elementor web developer. Local developer in Tokyo/Japan preferred, but overseas in close time-zone feasible for the right candidate. Looking for long-term collaboration.

  • Candidate must be specialized Elementor Theme Builder based website development.
  • Ability to perfectly set up global styles as per guidlines.
  • Ability to extend Elementor with custom HTML/CSS/JS development or develop add-on plugins.
  • Familarity with multilingual website setup, also through WPML plugin.
  • Skillfully create engaging animated and interactive web experiences e.g. scroll animations, smooth page transitions, interactive & animated elements.
  • Involvement in planning and direction for animations and interactions welcome.
  • Highly experienced in web technologies such as: SVG/Json/Lottie, JS/Jquery, CSS3/SCSS and HTML5.
  • Experienced in responsive web design and mobile optimization.
  • Seasoned in responsive typography, ideally also Japanese/Asian languages.
  • Experienced in WordPress CMS development and theme implementation.
  • Keen eye for design details.
  • Bonus: Japanese language skills.

Please apply with rates and web portfolio (especially compelling reference URLs of Elementor based websites): jobs@bentographics.com

Sorry, we do not offer internship positions.

We are always happy to hear from talented freelance professionals, based in Tokyo or in a nearby time zone, in fields such as:

  • Graphic Design, Branding, Layout etc.
  • UX/UI Design
  • Illustration
  • Photography
  • Web Development (responsive web design, WordPress)
  • Copywriting (Japanese and English)
  • Interpreting (Japanese <–> English)
  • Translation (Japanese <–> English)
  • Project Management (Japanese and English bilingual)

Please send us your details with web/PDF portfolio under this email address: jobs@bentographics.com
(if you want to send a heavy PDF portfolio, please share a Dropbox/G-Drive link instead of an attachment)

Thank you!

(+ thanks for understanding that we can only get back to suitable applicants)

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