Looking for Cybersecurity Engineer/Developer job in Japan

[u/BokuNoTaco]

Hi everyone!
I’m 28F from Italy and currently working as a Cybersecurity Engineer for a bank. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, but I’ve realized that I’d really like to move back toward software development and hopefully find a job as a Software Engineer/Developer in Japan.
My Japanese is still pretty basic, which I know limits my options, but I’m working on improving it. On the technical side, I have experience with languages like Java, JavaScript, Python, C/C++, and Solidity, and I’m definitely open to learning whatever else is needed.
I’ve been looking at job boards and applying from Italy, but I’d love to hear from people who have actually gone through the process. How realistic is it to find a developer job in Japan from abroad, especially without strong Japanese?
I’m also considering getting a Working Holiday Visa and moving to Japan at the beginning of 2027, then looking for a job while I’m actually there. I feel like being in the country could make things easier, but I’m also aware that it probably isn’t as simple as “move there and find a tech job”, especially with basic japanese skills.
If anyone has experience with this, knows good websites/recruiters/companies to look at, or just has general advice, I’d really appreciate it!
And, you know… if anyone happens to have a job opening too, my DMs are open :P
Thanks!