Transforming Your Passion into a Career: Digilumi to Open in Kurashiki

Transforming Your Passion into a Career: Digilumi Kurashiki

In July 2025, a new venture named Digilumi is set to open its doors in Kurashiki, okayama, allowing individuals to turn their personal interests into viable careers. This employment continuation support facility, backed by the company Rigarex, specializes in subculture, providing a unique environment where creativity thrives.

About Digilumi Kurashiki

Digilumi Kurashiki is designed to create a comfortable space for people to pursue their abilities while sharing their passions with like-minded peers. The facility aims to foster collaboration with local businesses to enhance opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The goal is to provide a supportive learning atmosphere where individuals can hone their skills at no cost, thanks to experienced staff offering insights into understanding and accommodating disabilities.

With dedicated creators on board, Digilumi Kurashiki respects your interests and aspirations, helping transform ideas into reality through hands-on experiences. Free tours and trials of the facility are available to prospective members, encouraging them to reach out for more information.

Facility Overview

- Capacity: 20 participants
- Location: 236-1 Yamada Building 2F, Hamanochaya, Kurashiki City, Okayama, 710-0061
- Hours: Monday to Saturday, 10 AM - 3 PM (Closed Sundays, but open on holidays)
- Transport: 6-minute drive from Kurashiki Station; pickup service available
- Contact: 0120-949-783 (Toll-free weekday hotline from 10 AM to 6 PM)
- Website: Digilumi Kurashiki

Background Leading to the Opening

As of 2023, there are approximately 11.6 million individuals with disabilities in Japan, representing about 9.2% of the population. The need for increased job opportunities and services supporting these individuals has never been more critical. Therefore, the employment support business is essential for providing necessary skills and training for those who struggle to find work in conventional settings.

The Creative Skill Demand

In today's world, the rise of freelance work is noteworthy, with an estimated 15.77 million freelancers in Japan as of 2020, which accounts for 22.8% of the labor force. Concurrently, there is a growing demand for IT-related freelance skills, highlighting a need for creative competencies in the employment landscape.

Digilumi’s Vision

In response to these evolving needs, Digilumi aims to establish a next-generation employment support facility focused on subculture and creative skills. Although over 15,500 B-type employment support organizations exist nationally, there are growing concerns that some may prioritize profit over the quality of support for individuals. Leveraging 17 years of experience as a care welfare worker and a consultation support specialist, Digilumi aspires to enhance the quality of life for individuals by maximizing the welfare system and prioritizing their genuine interests.

Unique Features of Digilumi Kurashiki

At Digilumi Kurashiki, the primary goal is to help participants transform their interests into fulfilling careers. Alongside technical guidance, individuals will have the chance to collaborate with peers who share similar dreams and passions. Each participant can progress at their own pace, allowing for a personalized approach to learning and skill development.

Diverse Learning Opportunities

Participants can choose from various courses tailored to their interest areas, and if a desired course isn't available, the staff encourages open discussions to develop new curricula with supportive materials and instructors. The commitment to achieving your dreams is paramount at Digilumi.

Social Experience

Emphasizing participation in society, Digilumi engages members in various events, facilitating meaningful communication and relationships within the community. These social experiences further enhance individual growth and development, expanding horizons in the process.