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Astoro Publishing: Pioneering Educational Staffing in Japan

Astoro Publishing, a part of the Tokyo Shoseki Group, is embarking on a new journey by officially launching its educational staffing service on January 5, 2026. This initiative is designed to tackle pressing issues such as the growing shortage of teachers in educational institutions and the need for skilled editors in the publishing sector. With an eye on the future, the company aims to bridge the gap between qualified professionals and educational establishments that require their expertise.

Background of the Staffing Initiative

In recent years, the education sector in Japan has been grappling with a significant scarcity of teachers. Concurrently, there has also been a noticeable deficiency in the number of editors who have the requisite skills for developing educational materials. On the other hand, many experienced teachers who have reached retirement age wish to continue contributing to the field, albeit in different capacities. Astoro Publishing recognizes these challenges and has set up a robust framework to address this mismatch, leveraging its longstanding expertise in textbook and educational material publishing.

Utilizing Strengths for Effective Talent Matching

1. Extensive Networking

Astoro Publishing boasts a rich history of over a century in publishing textbooks and school materials, contributing to a vast network of educational institutions and publishers throughout Japan. By tapping into these established relationships, the company is well-positioned to introduce the right professionals to meet the unique needs of schools and other educational organizations.

2. Deep Understanding of the Education Sector

Astoro is home to many employees who bring firsthand experience as teachers and possess substantial skills in academic editing. This insider knowledge enables the company to provide precise matches that align perfectly with the organizations' visions and requirements.

3. High Level of Expertise and Skills

Astroro is committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism through continuous training programs designed to enhance the expertise and skills of its personnel. The company prides itself on being able to provide highly specialized educators and professional editors whose skills are finely tuned for meeting educational needs.

A Message from the CEO

As we witness significant transformations in the educational landscape—marked by an intensifying teacher shortage and increasing aspirations among retirees to remain active in their field—Astoro Publishing felt compelled to address these evolving challenges by launching the new staffing business. Our goal is to enable teachers and editors to unleash their potential in diverse areas, delivering immense value across various organizations and creating a new pathway for educational support. We aspire to not only provide top-quality staffing solutions but also contribute to resolving societal issues in education.

Service Overview

• - Start Date: January 5, 2026
• - Pricing: Negotiable
• - Types of Personnel: Educational practitioners, experienced editors, university lecturers, and researchers.
• - Application: Please reach out through the contact form for inquiries; our representatives will respond promptly. Contact Us

Targeted Regions and Partners for Deployment

Regions:

Astoro plans to initially operate in areas including Fukushima, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Gunma, Saitama, Chiba, Tokyo, Kanagawa, Niigata, Yamanashi, and Nagano, with plans to expand further.

Potential Partners:

The targets for personnel deployment include kindergartens, daycare centers, primary schools, tutoring institutions, community education organizations (such as citizen universities and culture centers), educational publishers, and various other publishing houses.

Personnel Types:

Astoro is looking to recruit former educators, editing specialists, and researchers.

Company Overview

• - Name: Astoro Publishing Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 48-23 Sakae-cho, Kita-ku, Tokyo 114-0005, Japan
• - CEO: Naohisa Wada
• - Established: November 1, 1982 (renamed on September 1, 2006)
• - Business Activities: Publishing, educational content development, staffing services
• - Labor Dispatch License Number:派13-318229
• - Website: Official Site