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Unfortunately I don't speak Japanese, although I'm not sure that it's strictly true that all non-speaking positions are hires from outside of Japan. There are a lot of English speaking roles in the financial services sector and it is certainly possible to apply for them directly with recruitment agencies in Japan. I know as I am currently in Hong Kong and recently spoke to an agent here (as I am looking for work here initially) who said they also have offices in Tokyo and asked if I'd be interested in positions there.

But I agree it may be difficult to find temporary roles in that area. I'm sure not impossible though - if it's an English speaking temporary role, I don't see any reason why I couldn't apply for it?

Thanks for the replies anyway!