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Discover the Shifting Career Landscape in Sapporo

As cities across Japan evolve, Sapporo stands at the forefront, particularly within the IT and startup sectors. The city's economic landscape is rapidly transforming, creating new opportunities, especially for professionals looking to relocate. On April 15, 2026, individuals curious about the possibility of moving to Sapporo can attend a valuable event in Tokyo titled "How Has a Career Changed in Sapporo?" This gathering is designed to address the changing dynamics of work in the city and will feature notable guests who have made the leap from Tokyo to Sapporo.

Event Details

The event will offer a comprehensive 90-minute experience, diving into the current state and future outlook of careers in Sapporo.

• - Date & Time: April 15, 2026, from 18:30 to 20:00
• - Venue: WeWork Shibuya Scramble Square, 45th Floor Event Space, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free (Prior registration required)
• - Format: In-person attendance only

Event Agenda

The program will be divided into four insightful parts:

Part 1: Current State of UI Turn in Sapporo

Experts from Regions will present recent trends among professionals in their 30s and 40s, while discussing salary ranges and what companies in Sapporo are looking for in a potential candidate.

Part 2: The Now and Future of Sapporo

Officials from the Sapporo City Office will share valuable insights into the acceleration of IT support and startup initiatives, detailing the overall transformation of Sapporo as a city.

Part 3: Panel Discussion and Talk Session

One of the highlights will be a discussion featuring Mr. Takeshi Oda from Deloitte Tohmatsu, who transitioned back to Sapporo. During this session, attendees can hear firsthand about the realities of job searching, changes in salary and position, and what they gained by moving.

Part 4: Networking Session

A relaxed environment will allow participants to engage with the speakers and fellow attendees over drinks. This is an excellent opportunity to voice concerns and questions regarding a potential move to Sapporo.

Featured Speakers

• - Guest: Takeshi Oda, Local Head of the Sapporo Social Innovation HUB at Deloitte Tohmatsu. Originally from Sapporo, Mr. Oda has extensive experience in consulting and has taken on significant roles, particularly in M&A and policy recommendations since the establishment of the Sapporo branch.
• - Speaker: Mai Yamamoto (City Sales Representative, Sapporo City Tokyo Office)
• - Facilitator: Tomofumi Ogino (Consultant at Regions and Certified Career Consultant)

Who Should Attend?

This event is ideal for individuals who:

• - Are considering the possibility of returning to Hokkaido in the future
• - Wish to understand the realities of careers in rural areas, including salary and work culture
• - Are not actively seeking employment but want to gather information for future opportunities
• - Would like to connect with like-minded business professionals in Tokyo

This event isn't a push to change jobs but rather a space to explore potential future choices.

How to Register

To secure your spot, please fill out the application form available at:
Regions Career Seminar Registration
Registration Deadline: April 15, 2026, by 12:00 PM. Please note that registration will close once capacity is reached.