On November 17, 2026, the Tokyo Labor Bureau and the Tokyo Employment Service Center for Foreigners will hold a major recruitment event in Shinjuku for international students and recent university graduates. A total of 56 participating companies will offer career opportunities tailored to foreign talent across specialized technical sectors and Specified Skilled Worker categories. To take part in the fair, candidates must register as job seekers with Hello Work, select preferred hiring companies in advance, and submit an online entry reservation.
What is the Tokyo 2026 joint job fair for international students?
The event, officially titled the 2nd Joint Job Interview Fair and Specified Skilled Worker Matching Event for International Students and College Graduates for FY2026, aims to improve employment awareness among foreign residents and facilitate direct matching between job seekers and Japanese employers. It provides a structured venue where candidates can speak directly with prospective hiring managers.
- Date: November 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Fair Hours: 12:30 to 16:30
- Reception Period: 12:30 to 15:00
- Location: Shinjuku L Tower 30th Floor, Sun Sky Room (1-6-1 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
- Scale: 56 participating businesses
For official announcements and complete event updates, visit the Tokyo Labor Bureau event portal.
Who is eligible to attend the event on November 17, 2026?
The hiring fair is open to specific categories of international students and former students who completed higher education programs in Japan. Attendance is reserved for those who meet the following criteria:
- Foreign students scheduled to graduate from school in March 2027.
- Former international students who graduated within roughly 3 years of the event date.
- Graduates or candidates from graduate schools, universities, junior colleges, Japanese colleges of technology (kosen), or specialized training colleges (post-secondary professional courses).
Because employment requirements depend on your educational background and work authorization status, attendees should confirm their individual visa conversion pathway with official authorities or immigration professionals.
How do you register and prepare before attending?
Entry to the venue requires prior setup. You cannot simply walk into the event space without completing the required preliminary steps. Candidates must fulfill two key prerequisites before securing an entry slot:
- Complete Job Seeker Registration: You must register your job search profile with Hello Work (the public employment service).
- Review Employer Lists: Examine the list of 56 participating companies beforehand and select the specific organizations you wish to interview with.
- Submit Entry Reservation: Reserve your entry online according to your intended employment track.
The event features two distinct online reservation pathways depending on your career goals:
- Engineering / Humanities / International Services Track: Designed for candidates seeking standard professional, technical, or business roles.
- Specified Skilled Worker Track: Designed for candidates searching for roles under the Specified Skilled Worker framework.
What job categories and participating companies are featured?
The 56 participating businesses are organized into two primary tracks. Candidates can view official listings detailing exact positions and job descriptions through the public portal prior to attending:
- Engineering / Humanities / International Services (Ginjinkoku): Roles primarily focusing on technical engineering, international business, translation, marketing, administrative specialist tasks, and corporate management support.
- Specified Skilled Worker (Tokutei Ginou): Opportunities targeting industry sectors covered under the Specified Skilled Worker visa framework for qualified individuals.
Reviewing these company listings ahead of time ensures that candidates arrive at the venue prepared for focused interviews.
How can you contact the organizers for support?
If you have inquiries regarding event administration or participation registration, you can contact the organizing agencies directly via phone:
- Operations Inquiry: Tokyo Labor Bureau, Employment Security Division, Employment Measures Section, Special Employment Measures Unit (TEL: 03-3512-1662)
- Application Inquiry: Tokyo Employment Service Center for Foreigners (TEL: 03-5361-8722)
Finding a place to stay
When coming to Tokyo for job hunting, attending interviews, or starting university, securing suitable housing is an important early step. Many newcomers stay in a furnished monthly apartment first while attending career fairs and finalizing employment contracts. Arranging short-term housing before or upon arrival gives you a stable base while exploring different neighborhoods across Tokyo. OHAYO Stay offers furnished monthly apartments and rooms in Tokyo, helping students and job seekers settle in smoothly without long-term setup hassles. Most homes have a minimum stay of 30 nights (shown on each listing). Booking is straightforward: no guarantor, no key money and no agency fee; booking is online with a passport or ID and a credit card.