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Pasona JOB HUB Online Seminar: Connecting Urban Talent with Regional Needs

On July 14, 2026, Pasona JOB HUB, based in Minato, Tokyo, will host an online seminar focused on regional revitalization. This event, which includes a matching component, is part of a broader initiative commissioned by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications to promote the use of the Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur Program.

The seminar aims to deepen understanding of the program, which encourages talented professionals from urban companies to engage in activities that help enhance local communities. With Japan facing demographic challenges like population decline and an aging population, securing immediate workforce capabilities has become critically important in rural areas. Conversely, urban workers are increasingly interested in contributing to society, developing their skills through cross-border learning, pursuing side jobs, and establishing second careers, especially among seniors.

The Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur Program allows urban employees to leverage their skills and knowledge in local municipalities for a specified period. This initiative not only helps address local workforce shortages but also enhances corporate value while making urban employees feel more connected to societal issues.

Event Overview

The upcoming seminar will offer insights into the program's framework and its practical applications. Attendees will hear directly from municipalities and businesses that have successfully implemented the program and can learn from the experiences of entrepreneurs actively participating in revitalization efforts.

The event is structured in two parts:
1. Corporate Dispatch Type (13:30 - 15:20)
- Overview of the Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur Program
- Explanation of the event’s objectives
- Case studies presented by municipalities and corporations that have utilized the program
2. Side Job & Senior Type (16:00 - 17:50)
- Overview of the Regional Revitalization Entrepreneur Program
- Explanation of the event’s objectives
- Case studies shared by municipalities and corporations

The latter segment of both events will provide opportunities for networking between municipalities and businesses or individual participants in a breakout format. This will facilitate direct connections and advance practical applications of the program.

Pasona JOB HUB is committed to bridging the gap between urban professionals and regional challenges, contributing to sustainable community development and enhancing the population balance.

Who Should Attend?

• - Local government officials, corporate executives, HR leaders, and business development managers
• - Urban employees interested in side jobs or seniors looking to reshape their careers

Registration and Participation

• - The seminar is free of charge.
• - There will be a limit of about 50 participants for each category (corporate dispatch and side job/senior type).
• - Interested participants can register through the following forms:

- Local Government Application Form (Registration for PR time is also required.)
- Corporate and Individual Application Form

• - Registration closes on July 3, 2026, at 12:00 for local governments and July 14, 2026, at 09:00 for individuals and corporations.

Contact Information

For inquiries, reach out to the Social Innovation Department of Pasona JOB HUB at [email protected].

Through this initiative, Pasona JOB HUB aims to support the connection between urban and regional resources, fostering solutions to local challenges and building enduring relationships between communities and skilled professionals.