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The Upcoming Seminar for 2026 Recruitment

On April 14, 2026, a significant educational seminar will take place, focusing on the evolving recruitment market due to the influence of Indeed. Hosted by Kenji Araya, CEO of Keieisanbou Inc., the event is designed for managers and HR personnel from small to medium-sized enterprises and startups. This seminar provides invaluable insights into selecting the best recruitment channels amidst the shift in the job market.

Insights into the Current Recruitment Landscape

Amidst the backdrop of dwindling labor force numbers, competition for talent among small and startup businesses is intensifying. The emergence of job search engine Indeed has triggered a major upheaval within traditional recruitment platforms, leading to their redesign and elimination. Continuing with outdated selection methods could result in soaring recruitment costs and lackluster application rates. This has prompted the community of managers known as "Samurai" to organize this seminar to facilitate understanding of the structural changes in the market and provide strategies for attracting the right talent efficiently.

Key Highlights of the Seminar

1. Behind the Changes Driven by Indeed
Delve into the reasons behind the ongoing restructuring of job platforms, with a focus on how to leverage Indeed effectively. Practical tips on securing top search rankings will be shared.

2. Data-Driven Media Selection
Participants will gain access to objective data, such as “access numbers divided by job postings,” helping to logically dissect the advantages of each platform and determining the best uses for different companies.

3. Expert Insights from a Recruitment Professional
The seminar features Takano Iwase, CEO of Hai Factory, who has maintained an astonishing application ratio of 50:1 in mid-career recruitment by merging web marketing strategies with hiring practices. His hands-on knowledge will be openly shared.

Seminar Overview

• - Event Title: Trends and Recommended Platforms in the 2026 Recruitment Market
• - Date and Time: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 19:00 to 22:00 (Registration begins at 18:00, online access opens at 18:50)
• - Venue: Samurai BAR Hamamatsucho, B1F Shiodome Shiba Rikyū Building, 1-2-3 Kaigan, Minato, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free for the seminar (approximately ¥6,000 for the meal for networking session)
• - Target Audience: Business owners and recruitment personnel from small to medium-sized firms and startups
• - Participation Method: Registration via the provided link for trial attendance.

Notable Speaker Profile

Takano Iwase

CEO of Hai Factory, Takano Iwase founded the company during the nascent phase of web marketing in 2003. With a strong portfolio that includes over 2,000 companies supported, he launched the JOBRIGDE® service in 2018, which applies web marketing techniques to recruitment, assisting over a hundred firms in enhancing their hiring processes.

Community of Samurai

The Samurai community is a membership-based network of business managers that fosters an environment for relaxed and genuine interactions without conflicts of interest. It was established with the goal of providing business owners with a supportive third place to share challenges and grow together.

Three Features of Samurai

• - Natural Interactions: Unlike typical networking functions, Samurai provides a safe space for honest dialogue among managers.
• - Unlimited Access to Practical Seminars: Weekly seminars covering various themes are available to members, addressing pressing business challenges.
• - Community Activities: Opportunities for deeper bonds through extracurricular activities, such as golf and futsal, are also available.

For more details on the Samurai community, please visit their official website.