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Announcement of the 48th WorldSkills Competition Selection Event

The Watering Group, consisting of employees from Watering AM Co., Ltd., is thrilled to announce its participation in the selection event for the Japanese team representatives for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in the Water Technology sector. This important event will be held from October 30 (Thursday) to November 1 (Saturday) at a vocational school located in central Tokyo. On the last day, the Japanese representatives are expected to be announced in the afternoon.

Selection Event Details

• - Dates: October 30, 31 (9 AM - 12 PM, 1 PM - 6 PM), November 1 (9 AM - 12 PM)
• - Venue: Koyama Gakuen Tokyo Technical College (4-2-3 Higashi Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo)
• - Organizer: Water Technology Sector Committee/Watering AM Co., Ltd., Japanese Water Supply Industrial Association, Fuest Co., Ltd., Tokyo Technical College
• - Supported by: Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, Central Vocational Skills Development Association, Japan Water Works Association, Japan Sewage Works Association, Japan Association of Waterworks and Management, Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun, Japan Water News, Water Industry Newspaper, Environmental Newspaper
• - Number of Participants: 5

Participating Athletes

The selected participants and their backgrounds are as follows:
1. Naoki Harada (Age: 22, Hometown: Tokyo, Years of Service: 2)
2. Ayane Iida (Age: 24, Hometown: Aichi Prefecture, Years of Service: 2)
3. Takuma Fujiwara (Age: 23, Hometown: Iwate Prefecture, Years of Service: 3)
4. Komiya Misawa (Age: 23, Hometown: Nagano Prefecture, Years of Service: 5)
5. Kairi Ando (Age: 22, Hometown: Shizuoka Prefecture, Years of Service: 5)

Note: The order is random, and ages are as of October 20. Another invited athlete from Watering AM is also expected to participate.

Reasons for the Participation in WorldSkills

The Watering Group has committed to participating in the WorldSkills Competition for several key reasons:

• - To enhance the skill levels of field technicians involved in domestic water infrastructure
• - To improve the technical and responsive capabilities related to water treatment processes
• - To elevate the motivation of young field technicians within the company
• - To promote interest in water technology and water environments among the next generation
• - To bolster the technical and management skills of instructors

About the 48th WorldSkills Competition (WSC2026)

• - Dates: September 2026
• - Location: Shanghai, China

The WorldSkills Competition is a biennial event designed to advance vocational training and promote international goodwill among young skilled workers. Participants consist of competitors selected from preliminary contests globally, all demonstrating their honed skills. Established in 1950, the competition has a rich history, with Japan participating since 1962. This event serves as a perfect opportunity for young technicians and aspiring youth to observe and engage in outstanding skills development.

About Water Technology Skills

Water Technology was introduced as a competitive skill category in the 45th Kazan, Russia competition in August 2019. Japan's participation started from the 46th competition, where our employee claimed a bronze medal during their debut. The 47th competition also featured Japanese representatives from our group.

Age Limit for Participants

Participants must be under 25 years of age (many other skill categories have a limit of 22), as the competition aims to foster skill development among the youth.

Scope of Skills Involved

Skills encompass various areas, including the operation and management of water and sewage treatment processes and managing the quality of treated water. Competitors are evaluated on their knowledge of maintaining pumps used for sludge transport, adapting to changes in water inflow due to rain, and analyzing the quality of both raw water and treated water.

Related Sites

• - Central Vocational Skills Development Association World Skills Competition: JAVADA
• - Official WorldSkills website
• - Introducing the 47th WorldSkills Competition Water Technology Sector
• - Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare information on WorldSkills
• - Government announcements regarding the 49th WorldSkills Competition to be held in Japan in 2028

About the Watering Group

The Watering Group, guided by the management philosophy of contributing to society through water, executes comprehensive practices related to the design, construction, operations, and maintenance of water treatment facilities across approximately 300 domestic locations. Embodying the motto ‘Create the Future of Water,’ the group is dedicated to providing safe and reliable water environments while addressing community needs to support the future of urban living and lifestyles.