[Nara City] 'Narawai' to be held in FY2026! Recruiting participants now

Nara City is recruiting participants nationwide for 'Narawai,' a program where individuals tackle new business challenges with three local companies. The goal is to provide participants with experience in working and living in Nara, creating opportunities for future migration and entrepreneurship. To mark the start of recruitment, a related event will be held in Tokyo on June 22 (Mon), and online information sessions will be held on June 18 (Thu), June 29 (Mon), and July 1 (Wed). The program is managed by TOMOSU, a general incorporated association that operates the Nara City startup support facility, BONCHI.

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Participants will work in teams to address real business challenges while maintaining their current residences, combining on-site activities in Nara with online collaboration. Over the past four years, 8 out of 36 participants have already relocated to Nara, and one has established a new base there, marking a new chapter in their lives.