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Shine On at the 2025 Senior Job Expo in Tokyo!

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, in collaboration with the Tokyo Labor Bureau, is organizing the 2025 Senior Job Expo, aimed at encouraging seniors to rethink their working future and take bold steps forward. Held in Shinjuku and Hachioji, this unique event promises a spectrum of programs including inspirational talks, employment support seminars, job consultation booths, health screenings, and a combined job interview fair. If you are eager to work or looking to step into the workforce, we invite you to participate!

Event Overview

Dates and Locations:

• - Shinjuku Venue: October 9th (Thursday), 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 10:15 AM)

Location: NS Event Hall (B1F, NS Building, 2-4-1 Nishi Shinjuku, Shinjuku Ward)

• - Hachioji Venue: October 21st (Tuesday), 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 10:15 AM)

Location: Tama Future Messe (1F Exhibition Room, 3-19-2 Myojin-cho, Hachioji City)

Engaging Seminars

The event will feature distinguished guests like Mr. Hideki Takahashi at the Shinjuku venue and Ms. Ikue Sakakibara at the Hachioji venue, sharing insights on the joy of aging and how to embrace life positively.

In addition to talks from these beloved figures, there will be various seminars led by experts in the field.

Event Booths

• - Job Support Organizations:

Booths from Haro Work, Tokyo Work Center, and Active Senior Job Support Center will provide job consultations and information. The Silver Human Resource Center will also showcase small goods for sale.

• - Health Screenings for Seniors:

Attendees can access tests for dynamic vision and walking posture, among other options and evaluations.

• - Employment Experience Corners:

Try your hand at customer service, cooking, and more with practical experience opportunities.

Senior Job Interview Fair

A job interview fair will be held featuring companies actively seeking senior candidates, with around 30 companies attending the Shinjuku venue and 16 companies at Hachioji. Participants wishing to attend the interviews are requested to bring their resumes and, if available, their Haro Work reception slips.

In addition to the interview fair, there will be a booth for individual consultations with Haro Work staff, ensuring attendees have a chance to gain personal insights.

Tokyo Second Career School Launch (Shinjuku Venue Only)

A special opening ceremony for the Tokyo Second Career School will provide seniors with enjoyable educational resources for their upcoming careers.

Tokyo Second Career School Open Seminar (Shinjuku Venue Only)

An open seminar featuring motivational speaker Toshihiko Seko will bolster support and encouragement for attendees.

Registration and Additional Information

For more details, please visit the official Senior Job Expo website.
Contact the Senior Job Expo 2025 secretariat at 0120-225-501 during weekdays from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Main Organizer: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Co-Organizers: Tokyo Labor Bureau, Local Haro Work agencies

Important Notes

• - Detailed content and schedule of the event may be subject to change.
• - Some sessions highlighted with a star will be live-streamed online and require prior reservations.

Job Fair Details

• - Information regarding companies and job offerings will be published on the official website as they are confirmed.
• - Registration for each venue will commence at noon, with interviews beginning at 1 PM and ending at 3:30 PM.
• - Participants must bring their resumes. Those with Haro Work reception slips are encouraged to bring them as well.
• - There will also be seminars providing interview preparation tips and promotional stages for participating companies, so make sure to take part!

Seminars

Lectures will cover various topics including:

• - Mr. Nobunori Takahashi: Insights for healthy work in an aging society, emphasizing personal strengths and actionable steps.
• - Ms. Kayo Tomiyama: The importance of ‘relearning’ to broaden career options and opportunities.
• - Ms. Yasue Nakajima: The intersection of future senior employment needs and AI.
• - Ms. Kumi Iimura: Practical advice on smart financial planning for a fulfilling retirement.
• - Mr. Yuhei Fukuda: A workshop on leveraging ChatGPT for everyday tasks and work applications.
• - Mr. Choken Sensei: Energetic and enjoyable 'Choken Exercise' sessions focusing on immunity building for seniors.

Health Measurements

Special health assessment services will be available for seniors, with offerings at distinct venues:

• - Shinjuku: Dynamic vision tests, walking age checks, blood pressure readings, and functional movement age measurement.
• - Hachioji: Dynamic vision evaluation and walking age assessments will be available.

Novelty Gifts for Attendees

The first attendees engaged in seminars or survey completion will receive wooden novelties crafted from Tama district materials.