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Broadcast May 23, 2025
Securing Excellent Talent: Filipino University Students Visit Japanese Workplaces
An initiative to secure excellent overseas talent by having Filipino university students majoring in engineering visit Japanese workplaces is attracting attention.
“I was very happy to be able to practice what I learned theoretically at university with cutting-edge machines. I would like to work in Japan if given the opportunity.”
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New Form of Foreign Talent Acquisition
Revolutionary talent acquisition methods that prioritize long-term settlement over short-term technical intern trainees are attracting attention from various sectors.
“Rather than seeking short-term returns to home countries, we aim to find individuals who can stay long-term and collaborate to enhance company technology.”
Thoughts from CEO Tomohisa Kato
Great social significance for saving Japan's future
Tomohisa Kato
Zuitt Founder/CEO
Pioneer in training foreign executives
Global Human Resources Development Expert
Japan-Philippines Bridge Project Promoter
In Japan, where the declining birthrate and aging population are progressing, the utilization of excellent foreign talent is an unavoidable challenge. It is important to build relationships where we can grow together through true partnerships, rather than acquiring disposable labor.
Over 3,600 people trained, leading to over 530 companies hiring engineers.
Silver Stevie Award and Gold Titan Award winner
Founded and listed RareJob English Tutorial, and provided cross-cultural training to over 200 companies.
Holding free seminars at industrial associations, chambers of commerce, and local governments across the nation.
Three Main Services
Comprehensive support from securing to developing foreign candidates
One Day Internship Experience
Meeting excellent talent
Excellent Filipino university students (mechanical, electrical, chemical, architectural civil engineering, information engineering, etc.) experience Japanese workplaces. A valueble opportunity to understand cutting-edge technology and corporate culture.
Manufacturing
Construction
Chemical Industry
Other Industries
Japanese Language Education
Training for Immediate Impact
Continuous Japanese language and business culture education is provided from pre- to post-employment. We also offer industry-specific technical skill improvement programs to build the foundation for immediate contribution.
Industry-specific Technical Training
Japanese Language and Cultural Training
Dedicated mentor system
Settlement Support
Achieving long-term employment
Continuous follow-up, from onboarding to long-term settlement support, serves as the foundation for future executive candidates through full-company employee support.
Long-term employment contracts
Department Rotation
Continuous Skill Improvement
List of Service Recipients
(Pre/Post Employment)
10-Year Executive Development Process
Starting from a one-day internship experience, this program develops true executive candidates over 10 years. Compatible with manufacturing, construction, the chemical industry, and all other industries.
Engineer One-Day Internship Experience
Excellent Filipino university students (mechanical, electrical, chemical, architectural civil engineering, information engineering, etc.) will experience Japanese workplaces. This is a valuable opportunity to touch cutting-edge technology and understand corporate culture.
Short-term Training Program (6 months to 1 year)
Industry-specific technical skill improvement programs; Japanese language and business culture training; and a mentor system all build the foundation for immediate contribution.
Full-time Employment & Practical Experience (2-5 years)
Full-time employment is offered with long-term settlement as a premise. Through departmental rotation visits, employees will understand the company's overall business and accumulate experience as future executive candidates.
Executive Candidate Development & Promotion (5-10 years)
Through leadership training and management participation preparation, participants will become management and executive positions after 10 years. They'll lead company growth as next-generation leaders with global perspectives.
Voices of Filipino Students
Many excellent students with high motivation to learn and a strong desire to work in Japan are participating.
Jyjhun A.
Engineering Student
“The time I spent in Japan for training and company visit gave me a glimpse of what it would be like to work and live in Japan. It was like a free trial of work and life in Japan, which was a really nice experience for me.”
Henry Spencer L.
Engineering Student
“The program gave me a chance to observe firsthand how Japanese professionals work. Even though I knew I still had skills to improve, I was confident in my mindset and willingness to learn. Now, I have a clearer understanding of the specific skills I need to contribute meaningfully to the company that has chosen me”
Gian Paolo A.
Engineering Student
“I gained valuable insight into how the corporate world functions in Japan, including proper etiquette during job interviews and in the workplace itself. I also learned how highly engineers are valued in Japan and had the opportunity to experience operating some of their advanced machinery.”
Social Significance and Impact
Value that this program brings to Japanese society
Solving Japan's Challenges
- Resolving serious labor shortages
- Addressing technology succession issues
- Maintaining and improving international competitiveness
- Responding to the declining birthrate and aging population
Win-Win Relationships
- Companies: Secure excellent, long-term talent.
- Students: Gain opportunities to learn cutting-edge technology.
- Society: Establish a foundation for sustainable growth.
- International Community: Foster mutual development cooperation.
Investment in the Future
- Building a global human resource network
- Creating innovation through diversity
- Developing international cooperation models
- Nurturing next-generation leaders
85%+
Employment rate
10 years
Long-term employment premise
530+
Corporate Partners
3,600+
Training track record
Seminar & Lecture Information
Professional Lectures by Tomohisa Kato: Being Held Nationwide!
Seminar Content
Our seminar delves into:
- A 10-year strategy for developing skilled foreign talent into executives.
- Revolutionary recruitment methods that begin with one-day internships.
- Practical know-how for effectively utilizing foreign talent.
- Case studies showcasing improved corporate value through long-term employment.
- Q&A and individual consultation support.
Target Audience & Format
Target Organizations
Our seminars are ideal for:
- Industrial associations and industry groups
- Chambers of commerce and commerce associations
- Local governments and administrative agencies
- Corporate groups and executive associations
Format
- On-site lectures
- Online seminars
- Hybrid format
- Individual corporate briefings
Free Expert Support Available
Tomohisa Kato, an expert in foreign executive development, offers free lectures anywhere nationwide.
We're committed to this as a social mission contributing to regional development and corporate growth.
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Voices from Partner Companies
Mr. Munetaka Nemoto
President & CEO
Joytam Co., Ltd.（Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture)
Manufacturer of control panels, distribution boards, switchboards, and electrical harnesses
Last November Zuitt had no track record. What convinced you to host its very first cohort?
...I’d long been interested in the Engineer/Specialist visa. Two things clinched it—trust in CEO Mr. Kato, founder of RareJob, and Zuitt’s commitment to language training. Outsourcing that bottleneck was huge.
Many SME leaders worry about ① language, ② quick turnover to big cities, ③ staff push-back. Your view?
Language: With AI translation, native fluency is an outdated requirement.
Turnover: Japanese staff switch jobs too—raise company value and pay, and people stay.
Staff push-back: We’ve already succeeded with foreign workers; a one-day trial erases most fears.
What rural-specific onboarding tactics—commute, housing—are you using?
We’d used vacant-house grants before. Now we’re building a 10-unit apartment next to the plant and covering half the rent—living close to work is best when you have no car.
Read the full interview...
Mr. Yosuke Morishita
President & CEO
Morishita Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (Ōhira Village, Miyagi Prefecture)
Manufacturer of production equipment for beverage, sake, and food factories
Why did you decide to try hiring foreign engineers?
...Ōhira Village was running out of young talent—there were virtually no candidates who could handle CAD or even basic PC tasks. When we were introduced to Zuitt students, graduates of engineering universities eager to work in Japan, I instinctively felt “This is it!”
What surprised you the most during the 1-day internship experience?
They assembled parts quickly and with precision. Then they started teaching others. During the factory tour, they asked pointed questions like “How do you manage cost?” and “What’s the scalability of this machine?”—showing surprising initiative.
What made you decide to increase from two to five hires?
We have four veteran employees reaching 65 in four years. Considering generational change, hiring and training five at once seemed the most logical. Compared to the cost and time of recruiting skilled Japanese engineers one by one, this was more rational.
Any message to other manufacturing leaders facing similar challenges?
Stagnation equals decline. If you can't find local talent, try even just a 1-day internship. Zuitt students often show more Japanese-like diligence than Japanese themselves—they’ll bring new energy to your team.
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Mr. Ikkei Yamauchi
Director
Yamauchi Matex HD Co., Ltd. (Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture)
Manufacturing and sales of round and dissimilar wires made of titanium and other non-ferrous and precious metals; processing and sales of metal materials for eyeglasses
What led you to learn about Zuitt, and what made you decide to consider using it?
...I first encountered Zuitt when I attended a seminar held by CEO Kato through an industry association I belong to. I was strongly attracted to the system that enables direct matching with students and started considering it as a new option for securing high-quality engineers. Additionally, Zuitt's unique filtering system that ensures the skill level of students was a key factor in our decision to move forward.
What was especially positive or memorable about the 1-day internship experience?
The candidates’ eagerness and enthusiastic approach to the work were truly striking. Although preparing for the internship was demanding, I was deeply impressed that they physically worked in our production environment and showed a strong interest in our business.
What concerns did you have about foreign engineers, and how were those concerns addressed?
When we previously considered hiring under the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa, the main challenges were “language barriers” and “cultural mismatches.” However, Zuitt’s program provides Japanese language and cross-cultural training before and after joining, which addressed our concerns about a total communication breakdown on-site. Additionally, value-fit surveys and individual interviews conducted during the 1-day internship helped us confirm their cultural compatibility, allowing us to make a confident decision.
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