[Winter Hiring / Job Hunting Start] What Are Smart Cold Weather Countermeasures for Winter Job Hunting?

October 26, 2026 October 26, 2026

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It is already November. It is gradually getting colder, isn't it? As the period approaches for early selection, winter internships, and the official start of job hunting in March, the number of people taking ID photos is steadily increasing.

Please use this article as a guide so that you can take proper cold-weather measures, avoid getting sick, and approach your job hunting activities in good health!

Watch Out for Difficulty in Taking Off Inners When Layering Up!
Coats with Removable Linings Are Recommended!
Is It Okay to Wear a Cardigan or Sweater?
Accessories That Allow Easy Temperature Control Are Convenient◎
Summary

Watch Out for Difficulty in Taking Off Inners When Layering Up!

Wearing warm heat-generating functional innerwear or layering two inner shirts is one way to prepare. When using this method, note that they cannot be easily removed.

In most cases, heating is well turned on inside train cars during transit and at orientation or interview venues. When you stay in a well-heated indoor space for a long time, it often gets surprisingly hot.

Although you can take off your innerwear in places like the restroom, it can be difficult to step out temporarily, or you may have trouble finding a place to store the taken-off innerwear. Please keep this in mind.

Coats with Removable Linings Are Recommended!

For those looking for outerwear that matches a suit, coats with a removable liner are recommended.

Wearing it with a padded liner attached is suitable for winter. During periods when it gets a little warmer but is still too cold in just a suit, removing the liner makes it just right.

It is very useful because you can use it over a long period of time.

Is It Okay to Wear a Cardigan or Sweater?

When wearing a cardigan or sweater under your suit jacket, it is best to choose a color that matches your suit.

There are opinions that wearing a cardigan, sweater, or knit vest under a suit is too casual. Many people may wonder if it is okay to wear them, but since the criteria depends on the interviewer and the company, it is safest to avoid them if you feel uncertain.

The same applies when taking ID photos.

However, since many people use ID photos taken in winter through spring and beyond, it is recommended to take off your cardigan or sweater and shoot in a style that can be used year-round.

Accessories That Allow Easy Temperature Control Are Convenient◎

Gloves and scarves are cold-weather items that can be easily put on and taken off. It is great that they make temperature adjustment easy. When going to an orientation or interview, it is considered good etiquette to remove your scarf and gloves before entering the venue.

Also, bringing disposable heat packs (kairo) for cold protection is recommended. It is also a good idea to keep an unopened spare in your bag◎. They are thin, not bulky, and can be used immediately when you suddenly feel cold.

Summary

This time, we introduced cold weather countermeasures for job hunting. Please take thorough measures so you don't lose to the cold, take care of your health, and approach your job hunting activities!

At 19Studio, we take ID photos for job hunting. We will support your job hunting journey with a photograph you can be satisfied with.