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Addressing Labor Shortages: Reporting on the High School Employment Seminar

On June 1, 2026, Jinjib, a company dedicated to supporting high school students’ employment, took part as a speaker at the High School Employment Seminar held by the Matsubara Chamber of Commerce. This event brought together 11 member companies that are grappling with the challenges of labor shortages, talent development, and management risks.

Jinjib aims to continue supporting individual consultation meetings for various Chambers of Commerce nationwide, helping local SMEs tackle their hiring challenges while showcasing the allure of local businesses to the younger generation. This initiative is designed to provide young people with potential career openings.

Background of the Event

As Japan faces a declining labor force, the challenges of labor shortages and early turnover among hires have become critical issues for SMEs. The Matsubara area, with major transportation routes intersecting, is home to many appealing SMEs that support manufacturing and logistics. However, due to its proximity to Osaka City and the attractiveness of urban work opportunities, there is a risk of young talent flowing away, leading to a potential gap in the transmission of skills and knowledge.

In an effort to address these issues, the Matsubara Chamber of Commerce and Matsubara Employment Development Association organized this seminar, drawing on Jinjib’s proven experience in high school employment support to provide insights and guidance. During the seminar, we discussed strategies for being an appealing choice for high school graduates and effective communication methods. Notably, Tokyo Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. shared their knowledge regarding the impact of securing talent on corporate management and insights on organizational development. The event aimed to share practical tips for local companies to attract and retain young talent while ensuring sustainable growth.

Seminar Overview

• - Theme: High School Employment Seminar
• - Date & Time: June 1, 2026, 15:00 – 16:15
• - Location: Matsubara Chamber of Commerce, 2nd Floor Meeting Room, 1-2-30 Aho, Matsubara, Osaka
• - Participants: 11 member companies of Matsubara Chamber of Commerce
• - Organizers: Matsubara Chamber of Commerce and Matsubara Employment Development Association
• - Support: Jinjib and Tokyo Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd.

Seminar Structure

1. First Part: Effective Approaches to Hire and Retain High School Graduates
- Speakers: Takumi Nishimoto and Haruna Sakamoto from Jinjib
- Content:
- Current state of high school recruitment
- Advantages of hiring high school graduates
- Guidelines for high school recruitment
- Key points in recruitment activities
- Value provided by JobDraft

2. Second Part: BCP (Business Continuity Plan) Promotion Seminar
- Speaker: Representatives from Tokyo Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Osaka South Branch, Fujiidera Office
- Content:
- Promoting and educating on BCP
- Analyzing management and talent risk countermeasures

Atmosphere During the Event

The seminar environment was filled with engagement and attention, reflecting the seriousness of local businesses concerning labor shortages.

Insights from Organizers

Mitsuaki Nakano, Matsubara Chamber of Commerce SME Consultation Office:
The seminar aimed to aid SMEs and small businesses in resolving their youth talent shortages. As labor supply continues to shrink, understanding how to secure and retain young talent becomes paramount. Participants appreciated the clear explanations supported by various data related to recruitment market conditions, with many stating that the insights would serve as valuable reference for future recruitment activities. The Chamber continues to strive for the accurate understanding of regional needs and will pursue actions beneficial to local businesses in securing talent.

Haruka Wazan, Chief at Tokyo Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Osaka South Branch:
In light of increasing labor shortages, SMEs need to diversify their recruitment channels and strengthen the retention capabilities of hired talent. This seminar aimed to contribute to alleviating the human resource shortages of member companies of the Matsubara Chamber of Commerce and support their sustained growth in collaboration with Jinjib. During our segment, we provided insights gathered from our operational investigations related to BCP, creating a visual representation of issues from recruitment through retention. Our goal was to instill a sense of the importance of human risk in corporate management and to prompt businesses to reassess their approaches.

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Company Overview

Jinjib, Inc.

• - CEO: Mitsuhide Sasaki
• - Headquarters: 14th floor, Sanmarion Tower, 2-6-12 Minamihonmachi, Chuo Ward, Osaka City
• - Establishment: March 23, 2015 (Group founded September 1, 1998)
• - Stock information: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Stock Code: 142A)
• - Website: Jinjib
• - Group Company: Jinjib Career

Jinjib is a social issue-solving entity focused on supporting high school students and young people. Our founder, Mitsuhide Sasaki, a high school graduate himself, championed the slogan, "Dreams start at 18 years old." We confront societal issues such as career disparities among youth and early turnover, providing a comprehensive range of services from career education and job information to post-employment support. We aim to partner with schools and businesses to encourage young talent to embark on their career journey with confidence, continuously striving to increase the dreams of those who will live the future.