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Exploring New Strategies in the Japanese Restaurant Industry

In light of the recent suspension of new entrants under Technical Skill Number 1 in Japan's restaurant sector, a crucial seminar is set to take place on July 30, 2026. Organized by Linc Co., Ltd., which manages the foreign workforce recruitment platform GlobalHub, in collaboration with Plan・Do・See Global (PDSG), this seminar aims to guide businesses on navigating the workforce landscape moving forward.

The Current Landscape

On March 27, 2026, both the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and the Immigration Services Agency announced an immediate halt on new applications for Technical Skill Number 1 for the restaurant sector, effective from April 13. This decision was prompted by the near-capacity of accepted applicants, with approximately 46,000 out of a quota of 50,000 already in the country as of the end of February. As many restaurants that previously relied on this system grapple with their next staffing strategies, Technical Skill Number 2 has emerged as a significant alternative. However, conversations with HR and recruitment personnel reveal a hesitation to move forward, primarily due to a lack of solid success stories and uncertainty about the correct approach for their specific situations.

Why the Presence of Over 200 Companies Matters

A hallmark of this seminar will be the insights from Linc's main speaker, a current HR representative from Plan・Do・See, a hospitality company boasting over 30 years of experience, an annual revenue surpassing 50 billion yen, and a robust workforce of about 2,000 employees. With a track record of successfully integrating over 200 foreign workers, this speaker is positioned to share invaluable on-the-ground experiences. The seminar won't just focus on the positives; it will also address the practicalities of creating coherent standards for recommendations, engaging on-site staff, and designing retention strategies that actually work.

Seminar Details

Date and Time

• - When: July 30, 2026 (Thursday)
• - Agenda: Seminar (17:00 - 18:00) + Roundtable Discussion (18:00 - 19:00; exclusive to onsite participants)

Format

This will be a hybrid event, which attendees can join either in-person at Linc's event space or online via Zoom.

Location

• - Venue: Linc Co., Ltd. Event Space
• - Address: 1-7-4 Uchikanda, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, Japan (3rd floor of Kohei Building)

Capacity

• - Onsite: 25 participants
• - Online: Additional registration available

Cost

• - Free (Advance registration required)

Hosts

Linc Co., Ltd. and Plan・Do・See Global

Seminar Agenda: Three Key Questions

1. What Changes After the Suspension: Understand the major distinctions between Skill Numbers 1 and 2, including residence periods, family inclusion, and pathways to permanent residence. This section will also cover the requirements and success rates related to Technical Skill Number 2 workers.
2. How to Mobilize: A core focus of this seminar will explore how to integrate both frontline staff and management into the migration process to Technical Skill Number 2. The speaker will divulge the unification of recommendation criteria, involvement of the workforce (including General Managers and store heads), and the necessary internal adjustments to foster success for over 200 workers.
3. How to Sustain Employment: This concluding segment will address the importance of long-term retention strategies for foreign workers, shaped through considerations for family inclusion, permanent residency, and long-term career paths. It will also outline common pitfalls in retention and how to establish effective systems.

Featured Speakers

• - Taku Matsuo: HR Department, Plan・Do・See

Transitioned from the bridal division to the HR department, handling recruitment and training across various channels. Achieved record participation in company briefings, with over 20,000 applicants.

• - Mao Takamoto: Plan・Do・See Global

Involved with the onboarding of Technical Skill personnel since 2022, focusing now on retention support training.

• - Moderator: Junichi Sugita, Executive Officer at Linc Platform Division.

Additional Information

For further details and to register, please visit the seminar's Peatix page: LINK. Note that participation may be restricted for competitors within the same industry.

Overview of Linc Co., Ltd.

• - Company Name: Linc Co., Ltd.
• - Head Office Address: 1-7-4 Uchikanda, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, Japan (4th floor of Kohei Building)
• - CEO: Haruka Naka
• - Core Business Activities: Online services supporting foreign human resources in education, advancement, and employment within Japan.
• - Corporate Website: Linc Info
• - GlobalHub Service Site: Linc Global Hub