I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Rakuten
Interview
You go in for a presentation from the CTO (Chief Technology Office). You then get separated into groups based on what you're applying to. They bring you into a room to take a 2 hour test. It is a case study and asks you a couple of open-ended questions along with drawing two diagrams. After the test, they will have their team members interview you base on your resume and answers you've provided.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Diagrams were pretty difficult. If you don't have experience working in that position, you probably wouldn't be able to answer most of the questions they ask.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Rakuten (Tokyo) in May 2026
Interview
The interview process consisted of three rounds total. I was eliminated in the second round. The interviewers were very friendly and approachable, making the conversation feel relaxed and comfortable. Despite the overall positive experience and their welcoming demeanor, I unfortunately did not move forward to the final round.
i was asked very simple questions. For instance, why do want to work at rakuten, why do you want to pursue job, past experiences, the interview was in japanese, and interviewers were chill
I applied through a staffing agency. I interviewed at Rakuten (Tokyo) in Mar 2021
Interview
I had applied for a role in Rakuten mobile through a consultant. And then I was called for the first round of interview.
And then after a feedback I was called for a second round of interview. But they cancelled my interview in the last minute and they didn’t even explain or give any reasons why they cancelled. I wish they had respected the candidate’s time as well because every candidate spends so much of time preparing for their interview, ensuring that they move all their office meetings and be available. This is one of the annoying experience I have ever had.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself, why you want to join rakuten