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KIMOTO's Role at the ‘Smart Work-X 2025’ Symposium

On September 29, 2025, KIMOTO Co., Ltd., a company based in Inabe City, Mie Prefecture, will participate in the symposium titled ‘Smart Work-X 2025: A Challenge for Human Capital Management - Towards a Society Where Everyone Can Work Healthily and Willingly.’ The event will take place at Nikkei Hall and aims to explore the future of work in relation to human capital management strategies.

KIMOTO is proud to have been recognized for its commitment to reforming work practices since 2009, receiving the Nikkei Smart Work Award 2025 for medium-sized enterprises. During a panel discussion at the event, President Masakazu Kobayashi and Executive Vice President Toshiko Yamada will share their insights alongside experts from academia and government, discussing the potential of human capital management specifically for medium-sized and small regional companies.

Panel Discussion Details

• - Time: 13:30 – 14:20
• - Theme: A Discussion on Human Capital Management Possible for Medium and Small Companies
• - Panelists:

- Kotaro Tsuru, Professor, Otsuma Women’s University
- Kazuyuki Imaizumi, Director, Industrial Human Resources Division, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
- Masakazu Kobayashi, President, KIMOTO Co., Ltd.
- Toshiko Yamada, Executive Vice President, KIMOTO Co., Ltd.

• - Coordinator: Fumiki Hanazawa, Editor, Nikkei Inc.

This panel is particularly suitable for those involved in corporate management, strategic planning, or human resources, including HR business partners, recruitment, workforce development, and labor law specialists. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from real-world examples presented by KIMOTO, as well as discussions on effective human capital strategies tailored for smaller enterprises in regional areas.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Symposium ‘Smart Work-X 2025: A Challenge for Human Capital Management - Towards a Society Where Everyone Can Work Healthily and Willingly’
• - Date: September 29, 2025
• - Venue: Nikkei Hall (Hybrid Format: In-person and Online)
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration: Interested individuals can register through the Nikkei seminar room at this link.

- Online registration deadline: September 29, 2025, 17:20
- In-person registration deadline: September 17, 2025, 17:00 (limited to 500 participants)

For further inquiries, KIMOTO can be contacted through their website at Contact Us.

Company Overview

Founded in 1949, KIMOTO Co., Ltd. specializes in various film and paper products, serving fields such as computer output, design, printing, signage, and graphics. The company also develops software and provides consulting services. With a long history and commitment to innovation, KIMOTO continues to be a key player in the industry, operating from their headquarters in Inabe City, Mie Prefecture. KIMOTO is publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the standard market (Stock Code: 7908). More detailed information can be found on their website: KIMOTO Official Website.