Japan Food Service Foreign Workers Employment Association Integrates Management with Inplay Co., Ltd., Operator of Ski Resort Information Site

The Japan Food Service Foreign Workers Employment Association (JFBE), a registered support organization assisting specified skilled workers, announced that it will integrate its management with Inplay Co., Ltd. (hereinafter "Inplay"), a group company, effective May 1, 2026. Following this integration, Inplay will be absorbed into the Association, and business will be promoted under a unified system. The ski resort information platform "SURF&SNOW" operated by Inplay will continue to operate as usual after the integration. **Background and Purpose of Integration** In recent years, Japan has faced a severe labor shortage, and the scope of activities for foreign talent continues to expand. Furthermore, with the recovery and expansion of inbound demand, there is increasing demand for human resources in the tourism and resort sectors. In addition, it was announced that in April 2026, the new acceptance of Specified Skilled Worker (Type 1) in the food service industry would be suspended in principle due to reaching its upper limit. This has further heightened the importance of long-term human resource development and retention, alongside the growing demand for foreign talent. In this environment, by integrating the foreign talent support business developed by the Association with the resort and tourism services provided by Inplay, we aim to expand mutual business areas and create greater growth opportunities. Through this integration, we will realize a more comprehensive value proposition that combines human resources (employment) and human flow (tourism). **Business Content After Integration** After integration, both companies' existing businesses will continue as usual, while strengthening collaboration. * Introduction of foreign talent * Education and retention support for foreign talent * Various consulting services for foreign talent employment * Operation of ski resort information site ("SURF&SNOW") * Inbound customer attraction in the resort and tourism sectors, etc. **New Management Philosophy** Taking this integration as an opportunity, we have formulated a new management philosophy based on the possibilities of people and industry. **◼︎Purpose** Unlocking the future of people and industry, starting from possibilities. Reconstructing the future of individuals, companies, regions, and industries based on the possibilities of each person. And creating a society where challenge, growth, and inspiration circulate. **◼︎Mission** Designing the active participation of people and implementing a social system where growth circulates. Connecting people's working, living, and interaction points, and designing "human mobility" across nationalities and industries to enhance social vitality. Integrating people, education, technology, and culture to create sustainable new industrial models. Establishing regional communities where diverse talents naturally thrive, live together, and grow together. Our mission is to root these ideals in society as a reproducible system to make them a reality. **◼︎Vision** Towards a society where ambitious people can naturally succeed. Where everyone, regardless of nationality or position, can feel, "It was good to work, live, and be involved here." Realizing a sustainable, practical, and empathetic symbiotic society. **Future Outlook** In the future, the development of foreign employment in regional areas is expected to become even more important. The Association and Inplay's SURF&SNOW business have already collaborated through customer partnerships with resort hotel companies and support tours. Going forward, we will further strengthen this collaboration, not limited to these, but also considering initiatives for regional revitalization and new product development (e.g., working holidays, instructor businesses). In a constantly changing market environment, by combining the strengths of both companies, we will differentiate ourselves and achieve sustainable business growth as an organization continuously chosen by customers. **Japan Food Service Foreign Workers Employment Association** A registered support organization that primarily assists the acceptance and retention of foreign talent in the food service, food product manufacturing, accommodation, nursing care, and automobile transport industries. We have supported over 3,000 specified skilled workers to date, achieving a high retention rate approximately double the industry average. Our strength lies in "education-type support," which provides integrated support from recruitment to living and career assistance, promoting the creation of systems that enable continuous employment while nurturing talent. We aim to build an environment where foreign talent and companies can grow together, realizing a multicultural symbiotic society. https://jfbfe.or.jp/ **** ● Legal Name: Japan Food Service Foreign Workers Employment Association ● Representative Director: Naoki Taguchi ● Established: July 2019 ● Location: PMO Nishi-Shinjuku 13F, 8-1-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo **■ Contact regarding this matter** Japan Food Service Foreign Workers Employment Association TEL: 03-5308-0517 MAIL: info＠jfbfe.or.jp Contact Person: Inoguchi **Inquiries regarding "SURF&SNOW"** Email: snow-matter@surfsnow.jp