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Cross-Border Learning Program 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' Report 2025

The Japanese company Enfactory, known for advocating that 'cross-border experiences should be accessible to everyone,' has released the 2025 edition of its report on participant behavior and mindset changes within the cross-border learning program, 'Fukugyo Ryugaku.' This report, based on a survey conducted between April 2023 and June 2025, visually represents the transformative effects experienced by participants and the broader impact on their organizations.

What is 'Fukugyo Ryugaku'?

'Fukugyo Ryugaku' is a training program designed to foster behavioral changes by solving real challenges faced by venture companies. It has been widely adopted in large corporations, particularly in sectors like manufacturing and finance, with the goal of supporting employee career autonomy, invigorating organizations, and nurturing the next generation of leaders. Numerous multidimensional changes are observed, as participants profoundly question their company's norms while flexibly incorporating the strengths that other firms offer. Many also report a clearer understanding of their own roles and build networks outside their immediate work environments.

Notably, participants have also begun demonstrating leadership by actively encouraging the autonomous career development of their colleagues. Overall, 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' effectively supports individual career autonomy while cascading learnings throughout the organization to facilitate transformation into change-ready entities.

Survey Overview

• - Survey Name: Participant Survey for Cross-Border Learning Program
• - Content: Pre- and post-participant surveys to visualize transformative effects
• - Method: Survey with a total of 167 valid responses
• - Period: April 2023 – June 2025
• - Participants: Those who took part in Enfactory's 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' program (167 valid responses)

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Participant Demographics

Fukugyo Ryugaku participants mainly consist of individuals in their 30s and 40s, with the largest age segments being 35-39 years (25.5%) and those between 30-34 years (20%). Among professions, sales and engineering roles are predominant (33.7% and 24.3%, respectively). The majority of participants have been with their companies for 6-9 years, and an impressive 81.8% have never changed jobs, indicating a tendency for long-term retention.

Key Industries and Organizations Implementing the Program

Numerous companies have adopted 'Fukugyo Ryugaku,' particularly stable yet innovation-driven industries such as manufacturing and finance. These companies strive to support career autonomy, invigorate organizational culture, and develop future leaders. As of now, the program has reached over 300 participants across 80 companies, with notable examples including:

• - Nifco
• - Mizuho Business Partners
• - Kao Group Customer Marketing
• - Japan Management Association Management Center
• - Parco, and many more

Overall Findings

The findings reveal that all career autonomy indicators showed improvement pre- and post-participation in 'Fukugyo Ryugaku.' Most notably, significant growth was noted in questioning internal assumptions, adopting external insights, experiencing personal growth, and building networks. The ability to impact colleagues was also enhanced.

Key Areas of Change

1. Questioning Internal Norms: The most substantial shift was noted in participants' willingness to question their industry's norms and adopt exemplary practices from others. More individuals rated their beliefs positively before and after, demonstrating that skepticism towards established norms is pervasive.

2. Recognizing Personal Growth: Participants reported comprehensive personal growth beyond mere knowledge acquisition, developing a deeper self-awareness and new skills, thereby widening their perspectives.

3. Engaging with Unrelated Networks: Through the program, participants connected with professionals outside of their daily functions, boosting their openness to forging new relationships that eventually aids personal career development.

4. Defining Career Aspirations: Participants engaged in meaningful experiences and introspection allowing them to clarify their career trajectories, alleviating any feelings of ambiguity regarding their career goals.

5. Promoting Peer Development: 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' cultivates leadership qualities within participants, inspiring them to promote their colleagues' career endeavors through active motivation and information sharing.

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Enfactory's Future Direction

Moving forward, Enfactory remains committed to reinforcing cross-border learning opportunities through 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' and related initiatives, placing an emphasis on continuous learning contributions, organizational benefits from learning, next-generation leader development, and the advancement of digital transformation (DX) capabilities.

About Enfactory, Inc.

• - Headquarters: 1-9-13 Nakakanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0047
• - Representative: Kenta Kato, CEO
• - Established: April 1, 2011
• - Business Areas: Online shopping, expert matching, digital transformation initiatives, community support services, and personnel/organizational development assistance
• - Website: Enfactory

Contact Information

For inquiries, please reach out to:

• - Enfactory, Inc.
• - Contact: Kojima
• - Phone: 03-6869-6816
• - Email: sales@tle.enfactory.co.jp

Learning Initiatives Overview

Cross-Border Learning: 'Fukugyo Ryugaku'

• - A roughly three-month program that involves weekly sessions addressing venture challenges, emphasizing peer learning and self-directed transformation. Learn more

Cross-Border Circuit: Interactive teams tackling startup challenges, available for multiple participation opportunities, fostering connections among diverse participants. Learn more

Teamlancer Platform: A proprietary platform that visualizes human resources and information management, aiding in organizational vitality through cross-border engagement.opportunities. Discover Teamlancer

Conclusion

Through 'Fukugyo Ryugaku' and related programs, Enfactory is committed to creating sustainable pathways for individual growth and organizational transformation—redirecting focus towards enhancing the future of work in Japan.