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The people being accepted are valuable human resources who support each industry.
2024.08.06
KOCHIMARUTAKA Co., Ltd. in Kochi Prefecture began accepting foreign workers in 2007 and continues to employ many foreign nationals today. This time, we introduce the voices of the company's representative, Mr. Takano, and three Chinese employees. (Interview conducted on June 22, 2024)
Company Profile
| Location: | 12-31 Azamino Minamimachi, Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture |
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| Business details: | Special foundation work, etc. |
| Number of employees: | 115 people |
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Acceptance status
Specified Skills: 8 people Technical Intern Training: 16 people (Chinese, Myanmar nationals) |
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| Website: | https://www.ko-marutaka.co.jp/ |
| Initial setup: | Two-story dormitory with air conditioning, beds, futons, electric carpet, refrigerator, TV, Wi-Fi, life guidance counselors, interpreters (support for daily life and training), and a training center for foreigners' skills training. |
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- Specified Skills(Monthly basic salary)
Approximately 210,000 yen
* Salary increases are available based on skills proficiency, Japanese language ability, teamwork, initiative, etc. - Technical Intern Training(Monthly basic salary)
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President and Representative Director
Ichiro Takano
What were the reasons for deciding to accept them?
Japan faces challenges such as a declining population and a shortage of highly skilled personnel, making it necessary to accept foreign workers. Therefore, for the past 17 years, we have been accepting Technical Intern Trainee from China, teaching them Japanese knowledge and technology to cultivate excellent foreign talent. Furthermore, by helping them acquire, master, and become proficient in skills that are difficult to obtain in their home countries, we are also contributing to international cooperation.
What were the benefits of accepting it?
Senior foreign employees are dedicated to nurturing younger talent, including new Japanese graduates. I often see them providing thoughtful support and advice to junior foreign employees on personal matters outside of work. Furthermore, they act as a bridge between the two groups, creating a workplace environment where Japanese and foreign employees can easily communicate, fostering mutual understanding among staff.
What measures or precautions do you take after accepting them?
In addition to conducting training for new employees, we have a training system in place to help employees acquire specialized knowledge and skills, including Japanese language training, after joining the company. We also conduct in-house special education, skills training, Safety and Health Education, and AED basic life support training. Furthermore, Specified Skilled Worker can participate in company training trips, and we are committed to creating a comfortable working environment by promoting interaction among employees.
Please send a message to companies planning to implement this system.
With sufficient training, their Japanese language skills will improve, and their technical skills will also develop. Once they acquire the necessary qualifications, they will be able to perform on-site work efficiently and safely, earning high praise from general contractors. If you are going to start accepting them, I hope you will take great care in nurturing them with meticulous attention to detail, including creating an environment where they can work safely and without accidents, providing them with the same salary as Japanese workers, and developing training methods that build trust.
Voices from those working on-site
We spoke to three Chinese employees of the company about their work and life in Japan, as well as their future goals.
SUN SHUAI
I want to keep honing my skills throughout my life and continue working even into my 60s!
Having worked on many different sites, Son has traveled to various places across Japan, including Hokkaido and Tokyo, and he says he loves visiting tourist spots after work. "I was so moved when I saw a bear in Muroran, Hokkaido!" His goal is to hone his skills and become a foreman. "I believe that learning is a lifelong process. I want to continue this work, even when I'm 50 or 60 years old, by continuing to work hard."
YANG DEZHI
In exchange for my senior teaching me Japanese, I taught them how to use a computer.
Yang, who is skilled at welding thanks to his experience working in a shipyard in China, was surprised by the amount of snow when he came to Japan. "In my hometown, it only snows about 30cm, so it was the first time I'd seen more than a meter of snow. I was really surprised." He says that the person who taught him the Japanese he now speaks is a crane operator. "In return, I taught him how to use a computer." Their close relationship is evident.
ZHANG QINGTAO
Japan's seas and mountains are beautiful and make the perfect place to refresh yourself!
"School fees for children are expensive in China, so I came here to earn money," says Zhang, who joined the company as a veteran craftsman with extensive experience in arc welding. His fondest memory of Japan is a company trip to Okinawa. "My hometown is a town in the mountains, and I had never seen the sea before, but the beauty of the sea in Okinawa was exceptional." His hobby is mountain climbing, and he goes climbing alone on his days off to refresh himself.
