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The Growing Preference for LINE Among Job Seekers

A recent survey conducted by Aisys, based in Shibuya, Tokyo, has uncovered significant insights into the communication preferences of job-seeking students in Japan. The survey aimed to explore how recent graduates engage with companies during their job search and revealed that a staggering 75% of respondents find using LINE, a well-known messaging app, to be the most convenient communication method when connecting with potential employers.

Survey Overview

This survey, conducted on November 7, 2025, relied on internet polling via Fastask, involving 404 students who have experienced job seeking in the past three years. The aim was to gauge the communication practices involved in recruitment processes.

Key Findings

The findings from this survey are clear. Among the communication channels considered, LINE stands out with overwhelming support from participants. While 75% of the students favored LINE for corporate communication, other platforms received much lower favorability, including:

• - Instagram: 23.3%
• - X (previously Twitter): 16.3%
• - TikTok: 11.6%
• - Facebook: 5.2%

These statistics suggest a strong inclination for students to use familiar tools that they regularly engage with in their daily lives for professional communication as well.

Burdens of Phone Communication

The survey did not only cover preferred platforms but also touched on the frustrations students experience with traditional phone calls from potential employers. A notable 53.2% of respondents shared they often cannot pick up calls from companies. The answers underline typical challenges such as:

• - Feeling nervous: 36.1%
• - Sudden calls without prep time: 33.9%
• - Difficulty reaching the right person when returning a call: 28.5%
• - No recorded conversation for reference: 23.5%

These sentiments indicate that many job seekers find the unpredictability and pressure of phone communication to be a substantial burden, pointing towards the need for more flexible communication methods.

The Need for Diverse Communication Channels

The results of this survey reflect a broader trend: students want to utilize chat tools, including LINE, rather than depending solely on phone calls to communicate with companies. The benefits of using these tools are manifold:

• - Chat histories can be reviewed later, adding clarity and reference.
• - Students can respond at their convenience, alleviating pressure and stress associated with immediate responses.
• - Continuous communication can occur even in situations where phone calls are challenging, such as during classes or part-time jobs.

To enhance the recruitment process and avoid lost opportunities due to miscommunication, companies should consider adopting multiple communication channels. Using LINE and similar platforms can pave the way for better connections between applicants and employers.

The Future of Recruitment Communication

One of the notable tools addressing this trend is Rakuruit, developed by Aisys. Rakuruit is a recruitment management tool that fully integrates with LINE, allowing seamless communication between candidates and companies. This platform has evolved further with AI capabilities to support hiring teams efficiently and effectively, making the recruitment process more fluid and accessible.

For further details about Rakuruit and how it can benefit hiring practices, visit their website: Rakuruit.

About Aisys

Aisys, located at 1-3-14 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, aims to innovate the recruitment landscape through various services, including virtual office setup with Metaruit, and calendar management solutions with MINT. Learn more about Aisys and their offerings by visiting Aisys.