Want to Eliminate People Who Cannot Own Mobile Phones
Sky Seven Mobile, a communication service provided by Mobile Village Co., Ltd. since 2023, supports the social reintegration of individuals who have difficulty contracting mobile phones by providing them with a communication environment. Through its network of 85 physical stores nationwide, it has provided communication environments to approximately 30,000 people to date. This initiative helps individuals secure contact methods for job hunting, administrative procedures, and communication with family, addressing the critical issue of social isolation caused by the inability to own a mobile phone. The background of this initiative is rooted in the experiences of CEO Takayuki Kimura, who witnessed the isolation of people struggling with financial issues.
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Since 2023, Sky Seven Mobile, a communication service provided by Mobile Village Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Osaka, Representative Director: Takayuki Kimura), has been supporting the social reintegration of individuals who have difficulty contracting mobile phones by providing them with a communication environment.
Through its network of 85 physical stores nationwide, it has provided communication environments to approximately 30,000 people to date.
In modern society, mobile phones are not merely a means of communication; they are an indispensable infrastructure for social life, including job hunting, administrative procedures, housing contracts, and communication with family.
However, there are also individuals who, due to past circumstances or credit information issues, find it difficult to contract a mobile phone. Not having a mobile phone can lead to losing connections with society, which can become a significant barrier for those aiming for social reintegration.
**Voices of anxiety about social reintegration from prison**
Sky Seven Mobile receives over 100 letters every month from prisons and rehabilitation facilities.
These letters express anxieties about social reintegration and the earnest desire to reconnect with society.
A common concern for many is "isolation due to lack of communication means."
The inability to own a mobile phone is not just an inconvenience.
It means losing access to "working," "living," and "connecting with people."
Crime is never permissible.
However, if a single mistake leads to completely losing contact with society, it is not a desirable situation for society as a whole.
Through the means of communication,
we aim to provide "an opportunity to reconnect with society."
*These are actual letters sent to our headquarters ↑↓*
■ **Actual Voices Received**
- "Even after returning to society, I had no means of communication."
- "I couldn't even receive calls for job applications."
- "Even when a job was almost decided,"
"I was rejected because I had no contact information."
- "Because I didn't have a mobile number,"
"I couldn't even rent a room."
- "I want to apologize to my family,"
"but I have no way to contact them."
- "I want to start over."
"But I can't take that first step."
**Opportunities for a "Fresh Start" through Communication**
Sky Seven Mobile provides opportunities to reconnect with society through communication services.
By owning a mobile phone, individuals can:
- Secure communication means for job hunting
- Arrange administrative procedures and living infrastructure
- Communicate with family and support organizations
These can be the first steps towards social reintegration.
As a company providing communication infrastructure, we aim to reduce the number of people isolated in society, even slightly.
◆ **Case Study: First Step towards Social Reintegration through Securing Communication**
A man in his 40s wished to start job hunting immediately after his release. However, because he did not possess a mobile phone, he could not secure a means of contact with prospective employers, hindering his progress.
Additionally, due to past circumstances, it was difficult for him to obtain a general communication contract, causing inconvenience in housing contracts and administrative procedures.
After consulting with us face-to-face at one of our stores, we explained the identity verification and terms of use, and then began providing communication services. As a result, he was able to communicate with prospective employers, smoothly arrange interview schedules, and receive hiring notifications.
Approximately one month after contracting, he secured employment and is now continuing to work under a stable living arrangement.
This case exemplifies how securing communication means plays a crucial role in the initial stages of social reintegration.
**Valuing "Face-to-Face Support"**
While the telecommunications industry is increasingly moving towards online and unmanned services, Sky Seven Mobile values "face-to-face interaction."
Through its 85 physical stores nationwide, it not only provides communication lines but also offers in-person consultations and support.
Beyond providing mobile lines, we aim to offer opportunities for people to meet and reconnect with society.
**Background of the Business – The Founder's Origin**
The background of this initiative stems from the experience of Representative Director, Takayuki Kimura.
Kimura was originally involved in counseling for debt consolidation. In the field of financial consultation, he witnessed many people not only facing economic problems but also losing connection with society and becoming isolated.
Through this experience, he learned the reality that not having a mobile phone was a significant barrier to employment and rebuilding lives. From this understanding came the desire to "support social reintegration through communication infrastructure," thus beginning the initiatives of Sky Seven Mobile.
Currently, the company continues its efforts to address social issues through communication infrastructure as a telecommunications service provider under the system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
Through its network of 85 physical stores nationwide, it has provided communication environments to approximately 30,000 people to date.
In modern society, mobile phones are not merely a means of communication; they are an indispensable infrastructure for social life, including job hunting, administrative procedures, housing contracts, and communication with family.
However, there are also individuals who, due to past circumstances or credit information issues, find it difficult to contract a mobile phone. Not having a mobile phone can lead to losing connections with society, which can become a significant barrier for those aiming for social reintegration.
**Voices of anxiety about social reintegration from prison**
Sky Seven Mobile receives over 100 letters every month from prisons and rehabilitation facilities.
These letters express anxieties about social reintegration and the earnest desire to reconnect with society.
A common concern for many is "isolation due to lack of communication means."
The inability to own a mobile phone is not just an inconvenience.
It means losing access to "working," "living," and "connecting with people."
Crime is never permissible.
However, if a single mistake leads to completely losing contact with society, it is not a desirable situation for society as a whole.
Through the means of communication,
we aim to provide "an opportunity to reconnect with society."
*These are actual letters sent to our headquarters ↑↓*
■ **Actual Voices Received**
- "Even after returning to society, I had no means of communication."
- "I couldn't even receive calls for job applications."
- "Even when a job was almost decided,"
"I was rejected because I had no contact information."
- "Because I didn't have a mobile number,"
"I couldn't even rent a room."
- "I want to apologize to my family,"
"but I have no way to contact them."
- "I want to start over."
"But I can't take that first step."
**Opportunities for a "Fresh Start" through Communication**
Sky Seven Mobile provides opportunities to reconnect with society through communication services.
By owning a mobile phone, individuals can:
- Secure communication means for job hunting
- Arrange administrative procedures and living infrastructure
- Communicate with family and support organizations
These can be the first steps towards social reintegration.
As a company providing communication infrastructure, we aim to reduce the number of people isolated in society, even slightly.
◆ **Case Study: First Step towards Social Reintegration through Securing Communication**
A man in his 40s wished to start job hunting immediately after his release. However, because he did not possess a mobile phone, he could not secure a means of contact with prospective employers, hindering his progress.
Additionally, due to past circumstances, it was difficult for him to obtain a general communication contract, causing inconvenience in housing contracts and administrative procedures.
After consulting with us face-to-face at one of our stores, we explained the identity verification and terms of use, and then began providing communication services. As a result, he was able to communicate with prospective employers, smoothly arrange interview schedules, and receive hiring notifications.
Approximately one month after contracting, he secured employment and is now continuing to work under a stable living arrangement.
This case exemplifies how securing communication means plays a crucial role in the initial stages of social reintegration.
**Valuing "Face-to-Face Support"**
While the telecommunications industry is increasingly moving towards online and unmanned services, Sky Seven Mobile values "face-to-face interaction."
Through its 85 physical stores nationwide, it not only provides communication lines but also offers in-person consultations and support.
Beyond providing mobile lines, we aim to offer opportunities for people to meet and reconnect with society.
**Background of the Business – The Founder's Origin**
The background of this initiative stems from the experience of Representative Director, Takayuki Kimura.
Kimura was originally involved in counseling for debt consolidation. In the field of financial consultation, he witnessed many people not only facing economic problems but also losing connection with society and becoming isolated.
Through this experience, he learned the reality that not having a mobile phone was a significant barrier to employment and rebuilding lives. From this understanding came the desire to "support social reintegration through communication infrastructure," thus beginning the initiatives of Sky Seven Mobile.
Currently, the company continues its efforts to address social issues through communication infrastructure as a telecommunications service provider under the system of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.