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An Insight into the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE Program

From June 3 to June 5, 2026, Dormy Inn Asahikawa will host the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE program, allowing high school students to explore the dynamic world of hospitality. Organized by Kyoritsu Maintenance Co., Ltd., this initiative is designed to equip students with real-world experience in the hotel industry.

What is the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE?

The DOMINISTA CHALLENGE is an innovative career experience program organized by Dormy Inn and Kyoritsu Resort, aimed at high school students across Japan. Since its inception in 2019, this program has involved over 100 schools, nurturing students' career perspectives and encouraging them to think about their futures. Participants will engage in a variety of hands-on activities including front desk customer service, room cleaning, and managing preparations for the hotel's large communal bath.

The Importance of Career Education

In today’s uncertain society and economy, understanding the significance of work and finding fulfillment in it has become increasingly crucial for children. With the decline of population in many local communities, fostering a sense of belonging and empowering youth to actively tackle regional challenges is vital. Through the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE program, Kyoritsu Maintenance aims to instill the values of empathy and joy in working, providing students with opportunities to connect with the essence of hospitality.

As globalization continues to shape our society, experiencing customer service in diverse settings is invaluable. Such experiences teach students the importance of collaboration and help cultivate a rich understanding of both career choices and local pride.

Program Details

The primary objective of the program is to enable students to acquire essential skills and insights necessary for future career choices. Scheduled activities include:

• - Lectures:

- Understanding hotels and their operations, including the day-to-day work and appeal of hospitality professionals.
- Customer service training, emphasizing first impressions and appropriate communication.
- Introduction to new product development.

• - Practical activities:

- Customer service at the front desk, where students learn hotel etiquette and gain hands-on experience in hospitality.
- Facility management, which involves checking rooms and preparing the communal bath for use.
- Sampling breakfast offerings to understand food service aspects.

Schedule Overview

• - June 3: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Lectures and facility tours.
• - June 4: 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM - Tasting experience and front desk check-in simulation.
• - June 5: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM - Room and communal bath cleaning.

Voices from Participants

Participants from previous DOMINISTA CHALLENGE sessions have shared their reflections:
"It was amazing to see how everyone worked together to ensure guests had a pleasant experience. I realized the importance of teamwork in the hotel industry and found the staff's professionalism quite inspiring." (High School Junior, 2025 participant)
"I was surprised by the amount of effort front desk staff put into their work. Understanding that every task is aimed at enhancing guest satisfaction made me admire the detail and care behind the scenes." (Middle School Sophomore, 2025 participant)

About Dormy Inn

Dormy Inn is a business hotel chain that emphasizes comfort and simplicity. Positioned as a ‘hotel to live in,’ it operates numerous establishments including standard hotels and its premium brand, Yoshinoyado. With 100 hotels in Japan and 2 abroad, Dormy Inn is committed to providing superior hospitality.

Learn more here: Dormy Hotels

About Kyoritsu Maintenance

Founded in 1979, Kyoritsu Maintenance began with food services and has expanded into various sectors including student and employee dormitories, business hotels, and senior living facilities, all aimed at contributing to societal advancement through comprehensive living solutions.
Corporate Site: Kyoritsu Group
Official X (formerly Twitter): Kyoritsu PR

For schools interested in participating in the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE, please reach out to:
Kyoritsu Maintenance Co., Ltd.
Hotel Human Resource Development Department
TEL: 03-5295-7877
FAX: 03-5295-7833