Exploring the Future of HR Practices: Insights from the Rental Transfer Experience Event

On October 6, 2025, Trustyyle Co., based in Chuo, Tokyo, organized a face-to-face event titled "Sharing Experiences of Rental Transfers in HR! How HR Becomes More Interesting Through Cross-Border Opportunities Between Startups and Major Corporations" under the community name HR Library. This innovative event aimed to explore the evolving role of HR in organizations and the benefits of cross-border initiatives.

Background and Purpose of the Event

In the past few years, HR has transitioned beyond traditional administrative duties, now also focusing on organizational transformation and the creation of new value. However, operating strictly within corporate boundaries hampers the exposure to diverse perspectives and experiences, which are essential in today’s dynamic work environment. One initiative that has gained traction in addressing this challenge is the concept of "cross-border" learning, which encourages HR professionals to venture outside their organizations.

This event highlighted two distinct approaches to cross-border experiences: "Rental Transfers" (full-time transfers for a predetermined duration of 6 to 12 months to a startup) and "Side Projects" (part-time participation in a startup using a portion of available working hours). By inviting HR representatives with firsthand experience in these approaches, the event provided a platform for discussing the new roles and possibilities for HR.

Event Overview

Date and Time

- Date: October 6, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Venue

- Location: HR Library, 6F WACROSS NINGYOCHO, 1-12-7 Nihonbashi, Chuo, Tokyo

Event Header

- Title: Sharing Experiences of Rental Transfers in HR!
- Theme: How Cross-Border Opportunities Between Startups and Major Corporations Can Make HR More Interesting

Speaker Profiles

- Natsuko Kojima: An experienced HR professional who was involved in a Rental Transfer with Nissan Motor Corporation’s HR Business Partner division. She has participated in various HR initiatives and has recently returned from a startup engagement aimed at enhancing her professional development.

- Atsushi Masaharu: With experience in a Side Project at Tokyo Gas, he oversees employee training and placement and emphasizes cooperation within energy retail. His insights shed light on the benefits of engaging with startups from a large corporation perspective.

- Yoko Kasama: Serving as the moderator and a Chief Client Officer at Loan Deal, she has been integral in establishing internal community dialogues and facilitating programs that support talent development through cross-organizational experiences.

Participant Feedback

The event garnered positive reactions, with 93% of attendees rating their experience as "very satisfied" or "satisfied". Attendees expressed a newfound appreciation for the value of HR professionals exploring cross-border experiences. Some of the comments included:

- “Listening to the benefits of cross-border exploration directly from experienced professionals made me realize its immense value.”
- “I was impressed by how deeply HR practitioners contemplate the learning curves for organizational members.”
- “I believe that HR has significant value in undergoing cross-border experiences.”
- “It was exciting to be vicariously involved in the cross-border journeys of others!”

Future Directions

The event effectively showcased the tangible learning outcomes and organizational benefits derived from cross-border experiences in HR. Moving forward, the HR Library is committed to providing valuable learning opportunities and networking platforms for all professionals engaged in the HR field. Upcoming themes and dates for future events will be announced on their official website and social media, so stay tuned for more information!

About HR Library

Opened on April 1, 2024, the HR Library is a co-working and community space designed for human resources professionals, boasting over 2,500 titles relevant to HR and a membership base exceeding 700. Operating under the tagline "Together Learning to Forge the Future," HR Library aims to be a hub for ongoing education and professional development in the field.