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Sado City Wins Prestigious National Award

Sado City has recently been honored with the Grand Prize in the Regional Business Support category at the Regional Revitalization AWARD 2025. This recognition highlights the city’s innovative approach to combating labor shortages through its official employment platform named Sado Matchbox. Managed by the city and powered by Matchbox Technologies, Sado Matchbox aims to create sustainable employment opportunities while revitalizing local businesses.

What is Sado Matchbox?

Launched in June 2023, Sado Matchbox serves as a platform for flexible job opportunities in various sectors, including hospitality, agriculture, and construction. The initiative aims to tap into the “hidden workforce” within the community, thus addressing the local shortage of labor. The primary goal is to foster a diverse and adaptable working environment where more residents can engage in meaningful employment.

Recent statistics reveal the platform's remarkable growth, with 2,858 registered individuals, 208 participating businesses, and over 11,564 job listings. The platform has successfully facilitated 4,867 hires thus far, emphasizing its role in the local economy. Moreover, collaborations with the Sado City Youth Counseling Center for community welfare further underline the platform's commitment to social betterment.

The Significance of the Award

The Regional Revitalization AWARD 2025 event, held on October 22, 2025, showcased innovative public-private partnerships from across Japan. The panel recognized Sado City’s efforts to bridge the gap in workforce demand and supply as particularly noteworthy. Factors such as increased population engagement, a boost in economic activity, and the hands-on experience for newcomers were pivotal in granting this prestigious award to Sado City.

Sado City's Mayor Ryuugo Watanabe expressed immense pride in receiving this accolade, crediting the cooperative efforts with Matchbox Technologies and the community's unwavering support. The award is seen as a catalyst for continued endeavors to tackle labor shortages in the region.

Future Applications and Growth

The ongoing success of Sado Matchbox is evident, with recruitment figures already surpassing the totals achieved in the previous year. This growth trend is expected to continue, ushering in new opportunities for local businesses and job seekers alike. By focusing on the employment needs of diverse groups, including parents, students, and the elderly, Sado Matchbox aims to cultivate a thriving work ecosystem.

Conclusion

Matchbox Technologies remains dedicated to its mission of facilitating flexible work environments for both employers and employees. The company is focused on leveraging technology to confront local challenges and contribute to the overall improvement of employment landscapes. With ongoing initiatives in various municipalities, there is optimism that the future of work will become increasingly inclusive and adaptable.

For more information about Sado Matchbox, please visit the official Matchbox Technologies website. Together, we can build a community that thrives on cooperation and innovative solutions for employment.

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