“Headhunting” in Japanese
Short answer
Headhunting in Japanese is “首狩り” (kubigari). Full meaning: headhunting (collecting the heads of dead enemies as trophies).
Other ways to say “Headhunting” in Japanese
首狩
kubigari headhunting (collecting the heads of dead enemies as trophies)
引き抜き
hikinuki hiring from another company, recruitment, scouting, headhunting; quick costume change in kabuki (taking off outer costume); drawing (wire, pipes, metal plate)
スカウト
sukauto (talent) scout, recruiter, headhunter; scouting, headhunting
引抜き
hikinuki hiring from another company, recruitment, scouting, headhunting; quick costume change in kabuki (taking off outer costume); drawing (wire, pipes, metal plate)
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