Arubaito with N2 in Tokyo at 35 – Realistic or Not?

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to move to Tokyo at age 35 with a student visa to attend a Japanese language school. I currently hold JLPT N2 and am aiming to reach N1 soon. My goal is to start applying for full-time positions as soon as possible once I arrive, if there’s any chance to switch to a work visa early.

At the same time, I also plan to apply for arubaito to earn income and gain experience in a Japanese work environment. I have over 10 years of experience in international trade and import/export in my home country, and I’m especially interested in working in supply chain, logistics, or office-related roles.

For those with experience in the Japanese job market, what are my chances of finding arubaito at 35 with my background and N2 (aiming to N1) level? Are office jobs even a realistic option, or are foreigners mostly limited to hospitality roles?

Any advice or insights would be truly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!