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Building a team with a willingness to compromise will create a strong team.
2026.08.31
IWATSUKIGUMI Co., Ltd. in Aichi Prefecture began accepting foreign workers in 2018 and continues to employ them today. This time, we introduce the voices of Mr. Iwatsuki, the company's representative, and three Specified Skilled Worker. (Interviewed on March 19, 2026)
Company Profile
| location: | 89 Funaba, Unebe-Higashi-cho, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture |
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| Business details: | Scaffolding / Renovation work (including general construction), etc. |
| Number of employees: | 12 people |
| Acceptance status Specified Skills: 5 people Technical Intern Training: 3 people (Vietnamese, Indonesian) |
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| Website: | https://iwatsukigumi.com/ |
| Initial setup: | Dormitory, household appliances, bedding, Wi-Fi access, complete set of work tools, orientation after joining the company, and special training/skills courses as needed. |
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- 特定技能（月額基本給）
約24.5万円
*Level allowance provided (level evaluation based on company ladder), qualification allowance available. - Technical Intern Training (Monthly Basic Salary)
Approximately 200,000 yen
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Representative Director
Sayuri Iwatsuki氏
What kind of improvements can be made to the workplace environment?
Working in a foreign country can be anxiety-inducing. So, I decided to start by making the office a welcoming place for everyone, and I put out some snacks. At first, they would just put them in their pockets and take them home, but now everyone gathers around them, and it's become a place where they can chat while eating. Different countries, different languages. Yet, they can laugh together in the same space. I want to continue creating workplaces like this.
What are the reasons for accepting people from multiple nationalities?
If we only accept people from one country, a community will form and our growth will stagnate. Everyone seems to struggle at first, but once they overcome the challenges, their Japanese language skills will naturally improve. At our company, all documents and meetings are in Japanese. If someone doesn't understand something, they use their smartphone to translate and share their opinions. Japanese becomes the common language.
What are your thoughts on player development?
We want those who have been accepted to not just wait for instructions, but to be able to think and act for themselves. That's why we've been working on the "Rule Lab" committee. To alleviate the stress of language barriers, it's a place where foreigners and Japanese people can share their opinions from their respective perspectives and think together about how to compromise. Both those giving and receiving instructions have the same feelings; neither is in the wrong. This realization has changed the atmosphere on the ground.
Please provide a message for companies planning to implement this system.
While there are differences in culture and language between Japanese and foreigners, I believe what's important is a willingness to compromise. It may be difficult when you first start welcoming people. But if you don't reject them, but instead try to see things from their perspective, the relationship will surely change. We have also gone through a lot of trial and error to achieve this. To be honest, there were times when things didn't go well. But even so, I believe that by continuing to face the situation without giving up, the situation on the ground will definitely change.
Voices from those working on-site
We spoke to three Specified Skilled Worker who are employed by the company about their work and life in Japan, as well as their future goals.
トゥエン
I was even able to take parental leave! I'm grateful every day for the company's support.
TUYEN, who came to Japan in 2015, returned to Vietnam once, and then came back to Iwatsuki-gumi. He seemed surprised that he was able to take three months of paternity leave for his newborn daughter. "I never thought I'd be able to take time off. I'm really grateful to the president," he said with a smile. His goal is to build a house in Vietnam. Today, he's back on the construction site for his family.
HA
This company feels like family. With qualifications in hand, I aim for even greater heights.
He came to Japan in 2018, and one of the most memorable experiences during his time at Iwatsuki-gumi was a sea fishing trip to Mie Prefecture with everyone from the company. They went out to sea on a boat, caught some sea bream, and ate them at a barbecue. "We meant to use salt, but it was sugar, so everyone was laughing the whole time." He has now obtained the qualifications of foreman and supervisor. He trusts the company, saying, "This company is like family," and continues to study to aim for an even higher level.
HIZKIA
She came to Japan at the age of 19. Her dream for the future is to open a cafe in Indonesia.
The youngest member, originally from Indonesia, arrived in Japan at the age of 19. His words, "I came to Japan because I want to make my family happy," were particularly memorable. He's improved his Japanese language skills by taking notes on his smartphone to learn the job and by honestly asking questions when he doesn't understand something. His dream is to return to Indonesia and open a cafe. "I want it to be a place where young people can gather," he says, his eyes shining with excitement. First, he's aiming to become a team leader.
