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Japan youth training for forestry and rail

Overview

In late July 2026 Japan highlighted its push to attract young workers to the forestry sector. The Platinum Concept Network showcased the FORESTRISE2026 expo in Tokyo and the National Forestry Union offered a free online guidance session to introduce forestry careers and support the Forestry Agency’s “Green Employment” drive.

A week later, on‑site training programs were reported in Okayama and Toyama. High‑school students participated in a hands‑on forestry machine‑operation workshop that has run for 33 years, while a railway operator held its first driver‑experience event for students. Both initiatives aim to raise awareness of modern forestry and railway jobs and to mitigate looming labor shortages in these sectors.

Entities

FORESTRISE2026 · Toyama Chihō Railway · Platinum Concept Network · Tokyo Big Sight · high‑school students

Timeline

  1. 11 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Japan expands youth training in forestry and rail to address labor shortages

    Japan's Okayama and Toyama regions hosted hands‑on training for students in forestry and railway operations, aiming to attract youth to sectors facing labor shortages.

  2. 18 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Japan hosts 2026 FORESTRISE exhibition and national forestry job guidance

    Japan's Platinum Concept Network will exhibit at the 2026 FORESTRISE show in Tokyo, hosting a seminar on a forestry circular economy, while the National Forestry Union offers a free online job guidance session

Sources

dtimes.jp · fnn.jp · hokkoku.co.jp · platinum-network.jp