The process consists of a Codility online test and a pre-recorded video presentation.
There are normally interviews after this, but I did not pass the first step. It is not clear to me why I did not pass the first round, since I believe I perfectly solved the (easy) programming test on Codility. I think it is more the fact that I mentioned I changed my job several times in a few years, or anything on my resume that was not to their taste.
They did not explain why I was pushed aside, except mentioning that they were impressed by my credentials and experience, although they had a competitive pool of candidates (probably a standard formula to reject someone).
Codility: Find the sum of the area of two possible overlapping rectangles.
Pre-recorded video questions: They will be given to you in advance, so you will be able to prepare. But basically, why Rakuten, what can you bring to Rakuten, your work and skills, etc. – pretty standard stuff.
The following metrics were computed from 75 interview experiences for the Rakuten Software Engineer role in Tokyo.
Rakuten's interview process for their Software Engineer roles in Tokyo is very selective, failing most engineers who go through it.
Candidates reported having very good feelings for Rakuten's Software Engineer interview process in Tokyo.