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Examples of companies that employ foreigners
Tokyo Shimura Co., Ltd., located in Chiba Prefecture, began accepting Chinese people in 1996 and continues to employ many Chinese people today. This time, we introduce the voices of the company's representative, Mr. Ito, and a Chinese employee, Mr. Teki.
Address: 1-12-7 Sodegaura, Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture
Business description: Construction work, interior finishing work, etc.
Website: https://www.tokyoshimura.com
Teki installing light-gauge steel frame (LGS) to the ceiling
Nowadays, it is not uncommon for a person to be left in charge of a site alone.
He is also highly trusted by the site manager, Mr. Osaki.
We spoke with Teki of Specified Skilled Worker (ii), who works at the company, about her work and life at Japan, as well as her goals for the future.
Mr. Teki Shikoku
Site managerSince 1996, we have accepted about 140 Chinese workers. As a foreman, I am mainly responsible for teaching them how to do the job directly. In the beginning, I taught them by showing them examples on the job site and having them imitate them.
However, as the number of students increases, with 8 to 10 students accepted each year, it becomes difficult to teach each student individually. Therefore, we established a style in which the seniors teach the juniors by telling the Chinese students who have just started to learn Japanese, "Please teach me this," and this has made the work much easier.
However, the Chinese people in our company do not have much of a seniority system, and basically, all of them who have come to Japan seem to treat each other as friends. So, when a first-year employee is late to work, the seniors can't really scold them. I have to follow up on that point, and make sure that each employee understands the company rules.
In addition, their way of thinking seems to be a little different. In our opinion, if a tool breaks, it should be repaired. However, in Japan, we teach them how to use things carefully. So I teach them about culture and customs.
We hold drinking parties on a regular basis, but since Chinese people tend to gather at the same table, we go and pour drinks for them, and then they pour us drinks and we toast each other.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, it was customary for us to hold barbecues at our company. About 60 people in total would gather, both Japanese and Chinese, and have a great time.
What surprised me personally was that they didn't drink much alcohol. I had assumed that Chinese people could handle their alcohol, so this was unexpected.
A memorable photo from a company trip that was once a tradition
The president's goal is to make the company like the Japan national rugby team, where talented people from all over the world gather. We will soon be hiring Indonesians, so we will become a truly multinational organization.
I think being able to have such dreams is a much better thing than being in a situation where we are struggling with a shortage of human resources. Also, having young people on the job makes the workplace more lively.
In 2018, he obtained Interior finishing Certificed Skilled Worker Level 1
Kyoritsu Koji Co., Ltd.
They are entering a country with a different language and culture, and I feel it is important to first show respect for their determination.
Yoshimi Construction Co., Ltd.
Vietnamese employees who passed class 1 Frame working Certificed Skilled Worker. I was struck by his efforts to prove that "if you work hard, you can do it."
Nippon Koshi Co., Ltd.
Japan's population is declining and there is a shortage of human resources, so I felt that if we could borrow their power, we could maintain our national strength.
Komuro Painting Co., Ltd.
Just like with Japanese people, it is important to hire them properly and train them properly. They are now an indispensable part of the company.
nonaka Co., Ltd.
They are outstanding in their dedication to their work, so we train them well and turn them into the core of the company. They are hardworking, earnest, and excellent employees.
Tokai Gas Pressure Welding Co., Ltd.
I always go to the location for interviews and meet face to face. I think the most important thing is "who you can meet" rather than nationality.
Sumitomo Forestry Home Engineering Co., Ltd.
Online special education in your native language. Specified Skilled Worker Contributes to the efficiency of the site by improving safety and skills.
Daichi Construction Co., Ltd.
Nationality is not an issue; creating an environment where it is easy to work is the key to the growth of the company.
Fujiyama Industries Co., Ltd.
"I'll work hard, and get paid for it." I am impressed with the mentality of our foreign employees.
Kyoshin Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Communicate your vision for the future and listen to what others have to say. Individual interviews where you can speak honestly are an important opportunity to align your opinions with each other.
Sasaki Construction Co., Ltd.
Not only has he progressed to the level where he can work independently, which was the ideal level we had before accepting him, but he has also grown to the point where he can complete the job!
Ichijo Construction Co., Ltd.
Even if something seems like a disadvantage, finding ways to overcome it and making sure you do so will lead to great growth for the company.
Niizuma Steel Industry Co., Ltd.
As a company, we take religious beliefs into consideration, not only with regard to food but also with regard to places of prayer.
Kochi Marutaka Co., Ltd.
You can acquire, master, and improve skills that are difficult to acquire in your home country, and also work toward international contributions and cooperation!
VIP Co., Ltd.
Treat people with kindness and respect their culture and religion. The best way to become good friends is to "eat from the same pot"!
Chutetsu Co., Ltd.
Accepting foreign talent makes the company more attractive. As a result, the retention rate of Japanese employees increases, improving the company's value.
TK Construction Co., Ltd.
Eventually, Japanese people will go to Vietnam to work. We want to start preparing now for that time.
Sugawara Industries Co., Ltd.
In this age where we are looking for workers overseas, I believe that companies that value their employees regardless of nationality will survive.
Yamanouchi Construction Co., Ltd.
I was confident that I could entrust the future of the company to him. The atmosphere in the office suddenly became brighter and more youthful.
Nagai Construction Co., Ltd.
An environment where you have to speak Japanese is effective for improving your language skills. By creating a multinational environment, we aim to make Japanese the common language.
Tezuka Construction Co., Ltd.
About 60% of people migrate from Technical Intern Training to Specified Skills. We have a stable flow of securing human resources.
Yamacon Co., Ltd.
He is fluent in Japanese and can arrange meetings, work, and arrangements. Concrete pressure feeding passed the Grade 1 of the National Trade Skill Test & Certification with flying colors.
Yajima Steel Works Co., Ltd.
Chinese people are just as enthusiastic about their work as Japan. The four people who have obtained the first class Reinforcing bar construction Certificed Skilled Worker are now a big force.
Diatec Co., Ltd.
Their growth rate was faster than I expected. This is thanks to their strengths, their honesty, and their efforts to understand.
Kamiyama Limited Company
There's no need to be on guard just because they're foreigners. If you treat them with the same consideration as other people, they will definitely be of help to you.
Moriya Reinforced Concrete Co., Ltd.
I realized that Indonesians take their work seriously, and my worries about lack of knowledge were quickly relieved.
Concrete Pump Co., Ltd.
We have been able to create an environment where Chinese, Indonesian, and Japanese people can work together in harmony without any trouble.
Tsukada Industries Co., Ltd.
They were both experienced in Plastering, learned the job quickly, and quickly adapted to the way we worked.
Yamazaki Construction Co., Ltd.
There are many really serious people here, and no one has ever been late. They always come on time.
Okakosan Co., Ltd.
He is fluent in Japanese and learns quickly. He is also very considerate, and it feels like a "competent young Japanese person" has joined our company.
Johoku Construction Co., Ltd.
When they didn't understand something, they took notes, and when they came across a word they didn't know, they looked it up on their smartphones right away. I was impressed by their effort.
Shouei Industry Co., Ltd.
I have never seen him slack off. He has a keen sense as a craftsman and is quick to learn new skills.
Hayabusa Corporation Co., Ltd./Hayabusa Build Co., Ltd.
When we hired Chinese people, we found that they were just as enthusiastic about their work as the Japanese. Their hard work was truly remarkable.
Kurosawa Industries Co., Ltd.
They work with high motivation, and this attitude serves as an example for Japanese employees.
Kaneto Co., Ltd.
By mentoring young people in Myanmar, our training skills have improved, and we are seeing an increase in the number of young people at our partner companies.
Tokyo Shimura Co., Ltd.
Being able to secure personnel is a big advantage. Most foreigners will have developed sufficient skills within two years.
Kashiwakura Construction Co., Ltd.
They learn their jobs quickly. They encourage their Japanese craftsmen, who are determined not to lose out, and this has increased the company's competitiveness.
Takeda Construction Co., Ltd.
They are so earnest and hardworking that no one in the company would complain about their work.
Iwate Mytack Co., Ltd.
They are earnest and loyal to the company. Many of them have experience working in the construction industry and are qualified.
Sugawara Equipment Co., Ltd.
What surprised me was their hungry spirit. They quickly learned the work of other employees and made it their own.
Japan Interior Equipment Co., Ltd.
In any case, he is highly evaluated in the workplace. He is straightforward, honest, and respectful of his elders. That is why his seniors are kind enough to teach him.
Oguro Group Co., Ltd.
They already have excellent skills and can contribute immediately. Their desire to grow is much stronger than that of Japanese people.
Sasaki Construction Co., Ltd.
We can secure young people with solid skills for the medium to long term. They have a different determination and mindset than average young people.
