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Upcoming Seminar on Foreign Driver Employment

On August 6, 2026, a seminar focusing on the employment of foreign drivers will be hosted by Think Three, featuring prominent consultants from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting. The event aims to provide valuable insights into the current state of foreign driver employment in Japan, particularly addressing the challenges and opportunities within this sector.

Overview of the Seminar

This informative session will cover crucial topics including the legal framework surrounding the hiring of foreign drivers, obtaining a Japanese driving license, and ensuring safety training. The experienced consultant from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting will shed light on effective hiring strategies tailored for the logistics industry amidst the evolving landscape of employment.

Details of the Event:

• - Date: August 6, 2026
• - Time: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (JST)
• - Format: Offline (Venue: Yamaguchi High School of Automotive)
• - Registration: Free (Pre-registration required)

Target Audience

This seminar is particularly beneficial for executives and business leaders who are facing challenges such as:

• - A shortage of drivers
• - Constantly recruiting without success
• - Interested in hiring foreign workers but unsure of where to start
• - Concerns over potential accidents involving foreign drivers or risks of early attrition

Program Outline

Session 1: Overview of Hiring Foreign Drivers and Current License Acquisition & Safety Training

Presented by Think Three and Yamaguchi High School of Automotive

• - Understanding the specifics of the Special Skilled Worker Program
• - The process of obtaining a Japanese driver's license and the current state of safety education

Session 2: Future Workforce Strategies - Do We Really Need Foreign Drivers?

Presented by Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

• - Examining the necessity of foreign workers in the next 5 to 10 years
• - Case studies from large and small enterprises on hiring foreign drivers
• - Challenges for small businesses and keys to successful integration of foreign drivers

Speaker Profile

The seminar will feature Takuma Kajiwara, a team leader and consultant in the Logistics Business Support Department at Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting. He specializes in consulting for the recruitment and training of drivers and warehouse workers, marketing for acquiring new clients, and strategizing freight negotiations. His expertise is essential for uncovering effective methods to attract and retain skilled labor in the logistics sector.

Company Information

Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

• - Tokyo Headquarters: 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028
• - Osaka Headquarters: 3-2-123 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-0001
• - President: Naoyuki Hashimoto
• - Established: May 10, 2000
• - Capital: 980 million yen
• - Contact: [email protected]
• - Website: Funai Soken

This seminar promises to be an invaluable resource for those looking to enhance their hiring practices in the logistics industry while navigating the complexities of employing foreign workers in Japan. For more information and to register for the seminar, visit this link.