kaonavi

Japan's #1 talent management SaaS. Centralizes employee databases with photos, performance reviews, 1-on-1s, skill management and org charts in one place.

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Jake's editor note
Japanese talent management (reviews, talent, career). Standard in mid-market, commonly layered on top of SmartHR as the performance-management tier.
Jake (황관희)
Founder, 5years+ · Operator, Crewless
Last updated: 2026-04-21

Key Features

• Employee database with photos: Face-based search streamlines large organization management • Performance review workflows: Multi-stage process (goal setting → mid-review → final review) automation • 1-on-1 records and history: Document manager-employee conversations and track action items • Auto-generated org charts: Real-time updates when department structure changes • Skill & certification visualization: Tag-based skill tracking for project allocation

Pricing

Initial setup fee separate (typically six figures JPY), monthly per-user pricing. ~40,000-60,000 JPY/mo for 50 employees. Advanced features incur additional upgrade fees.

FAQ

Can it be used alongside SmartHR?

Yes, API/CSV sync is standard. SmartHR handles payroll/labor admin while Kaonavi manages strategic HR like reviews and placement.

Is there a minimum user count?

No official minimum, but 30+ employees recommended for ROI. Smaller teams (10-20) are more cost-effective in Excel.

Does it support English UI?

Primarily Japanese; English is limited. Verify with vendor if you have significant overseas headcount.

Are evaluation templates pre-built?

Basic templates provided but fully customizable to match your evaluation philosophy. Most customers adapt them within 2-4 weeks.

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