Tackle Japan’s Talent Shortage: 3 Benefits of Exhibiting at the Daijob Career Fair

With Japan’s shrinking workforce, aging society, and the rapid pace of globalization, securing global talent with diverse skills and perspectives has become a critical challenge for many companies. Yet recruiters often face the same obstacles: we can’t seem to meet the right candidates or we don’t have the know-how to hire non-Japanese professionals.

The Daijob Career Fair offers a powerful solution. As Japan’s leading career event specializing in global talent, it connects companies directly with qualified candidates. In this article, we highlight three major benefits of exhibiting at the Daijob Career Fair—backed by proven results and unique strengths—that can help your business succeed in today’s competitive hiring market.

When it comes to career fairs, the single most important factor is simple: are the right candidates in the room? With the Daijob Career Fair, the answer is a resounding yes—backed by an outstanding track record.

High-Quality Candidates That Lead to Real Hires
At past events, 100% of participating companies reported meeting at least one candidate with strong hiring potential. This demonstrates not just large attendance, but also the quality, intent, and skill level of the candidates, as well as the precision of the matching process. Unlike general job fairs where many come just to browse, Daijob attracts professionals with a clear determination to build a global career.

A Strong Pool of Young, Bilingual Talent
Looking at age demographics, 74% of attendees are 34 or younger—a prime group of high-potential professionals ready to become tomorrow’s leaders. Many are fluent in both Japanese and English, and often additional languages as well. For companies expanding overseas, serving inbound demand, or advancing diversity initiatives, this multilingual, globally minded talent pool is a powerful asset.

Real Opportunities for Deep Engagement
On average, exhibitors interact directly with 68 candidates per booth. This isn’t a one-way seminar style, but a chance to sit down, have meaningful conversations, and truly understand each candidate. With 81% of exhibitors achieving their goals and an impressive 89% returning to exhibit again, the high satisfaction rate speaks to the tangible results companies experience.

Eliminate the Time-Consuming Search
Finding and attracting top talent requires a proactive approach, but for busy recruiters, searching databases and sending scout emails can be a heavy burden. At the Daijob Career Fair, that workload is dramatically reduced through a unique feature: Auto-Scout.

By linking directly with Daijob.com, Japan’s largest bilingual talent database, exhibitors can simply register their hiring requirements. The system then automatically sends invitations to matching candidates—removing the need to search and contact them manually.

Focus on What Matters: Meeting Candidates
With Auto-Scout handling outreach, recruiters are freed from drafting and sending messages. Instead, they can concentrate on preparing for meaningful conversations and interviews on the day of the fair. It’s a smart use of technology that maximizes the efficiency of your hiring process.


Faster Communication, No Missed Opportunities
Because candidates are invited in advance, they arrive at your booth already interested in your company. This makes communication smoother and accelerates the transition to the selection process. In a highly competitive market where top talent is quickly pursued, this speed is a powerful advantage.

For companies new to career fairs, it’s natural to wonder: Where do we even start? The Daijob Career Fair provides a full support system so that even first-time exhibitors can participate with confidence.

Consistent, Professional Management
All event operations are handled by Daijob staff with deep expertise in global recruitment. From early preparation stage to on-site support, you receive consistent, high-quality assistance from professionals who understand your hiring needs.

Concierge Service to Maximize Candidate Encounters
On the event day, dedicated concierges—familiar with your hiring requirements—are stationed on-site. They engage with attendees and personally guide high-potential candidates to your booth. This creates strategic opportunities for connection, rather than leaving valuable encounters to chance.


Firsthand Value Reported by Exhibitors
Participating companies consistently highlight the unique benefits of face-to-face interaction. As one exhibitor shared: By reaching out to candidates in advance with scout emails and then speaking in depth on the day, we were able to draw out insights that would be difficult to capture online. It reminded us of the real value of meeting in person.