On November 8, 2025, the General Incorporated Association Global Meeting, based in Tokyo, will organize a combined face-to-face and online job fair in Shiga Prefecture, specifically targeting international students enrolled in universities and graduate schools in Japan. This event represents an exciting opportunity for foreign students looking forward to their future careers.
Event Details:
- - Date: November 8, 2025
- - Time: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- - Format:
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Morning Session (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): In-person at the Maibara City Hall Convention Hall, located adjacent to JR Maibara Station.
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Afternoon Session (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM): Online via Zoom.
More than 20 companies from Shiga, including publicly listed firms, are eager to actively recruit highly skilled foreign talent. The event aims to enhance the participants' career opportunities by connecting them with potential employers.
The job fair primarily targets international students graduating in March 2026, but it is open to recent graduates and exchange students as well. The morning session provides a chance for direct interaction, while the afternoon session welcomes students from across Japan, making it accessible to those outside Shiga Prefecture as well.
Supporting Career Development
Various local companies will be participating in this job fair, showcasing a wide range of industries. Some positions may even require relocation outside Shiga, including major areas like the capital and Kansai regions. Employers recognize the importance of tapping into global talent and are keen on providing opportunities for foreign students from diverse academic backgrounds, whether in liberal arts or sciences, facilitating meaningful match-ups.
Comprehensive Support for Foreign Students
The Shiga Prefectural Foreign Talent Support Center offers extensive assistance for international students pursuing job opportunities in Japan. They can provide guidance on visa status changes, pre-employment preparations, and relocation support. With experienced personnel, including administrative scriveners who specialize in visa applications and labor law experts, students can seek consultations via phone or online, ensuring they have the resources they need for successful career integration.
Who Can Participate?
All international students currently enrolled in Japanese universities or graduate programs set to graduate in March 2026 are welcome. This includes individuals who are continuing their job search after graduating in the previous academic year and those who have graduated from universities overseas and are currently seeking employment in Japan, including exchange students.
Registration Process
To attend the online afternoon session, participants must pre-register via the special event page:
Shiga Job Fair.
Additional Information
Detailed information is available for download in the guidebook:
Download Guidebook.
Join us at the Shiga Prefectural Foreign Talent Support Center's hybrid job fair and take your first step towards a distinguished career in Japan!