Ahead of its 10th Anniversary, Social Interior Welcomes First Inaugural Class of 4 New Graduates, Holding Its First-Ever Entrance Ceremony

Social Interior Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Ken Machino; hereinafter "Social Interior"), guided by the mission "Change the interior world. Change the world with interior.", held its very first entrance ceremony for new graduate employees on April 1, 2026.

In this milestone year, as the company approaches its 10th anniversary in November 2026, four members of the first inaugural class have joined the company, kicking off full-scale organizational development for the next phase of growth.

Background of Starting New Graduate Recruitment in the 10th Year

Until now, during its launch and expansion phases, Social Interior has advanced the recruitment of highly specialized talent through mid-career hiring.

In recent years, the interior design industry has seen significant changes in required values and delivery methods, driven not only by shifts in working and living styles but also by the rise of AI and the advancement of digital transformation (DX). Amidst such environmental changes, our company has also expanded its business domains and elevated the value it provides, making mid-to-long-term organizational building increasingly important.

Given this background, we moved forward with reviewing new graduate recruitment and preparing an onboarding system. Now, at the milestone of our upcoming 10th anniversary in November 2026, we have initiated our first-ever new graduate recruitment.

Moving forward, alongside talent from diverse backgrounds, we will build a stronger and more sustainable organization, evolving toward the realization of our mission.

Social Interior's Entrance Ceremony

Overview

・ Date & Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 10:00 AM~

・ Venue: Social Interior Office & Showroom "THE MUSEUM"

Program

・ Opening Address

・ Congratulatory Speech by the CEO

・ Issuance of Appointment Letters

・ Presentation of Gifts and Statement of Resolve by New Graduates

・ Closing Address

・ Social Gathering

・ Commemorative Photo

Details of the Commemorative Gift

To celebrate the new beginning of the members newly joining us, we presented original-design business cards as a commemorative gift.

The business cards feature the specific Social Interior action guideline chosen by each of the first inaugural class members.

Atmosphere on the Day

On the day of the ceremony, all employees attended to welcome the first class. The venue was filled with an atmosphere conveying both the tension of a fresh start and expectations for their future success.

During the ceremony, a message from the CEO and the issuance of appointment letters took place, alongside a program designed to deepen connections, providing an opportunity for all attendees to collectively look toward the company's future.

Furthermore, through the presentation of commemorative gifts and other activities, the event served as a platform to tangibly demonstrate our readiness to welcome the newly joining members.

Message from the CEO

Comments from Ken Machino, President and CEO

Congratulations on joining the company. I am extremely delighted to welcome all of you.

Our company will celebrate its 10th anniversary in November 2026, but this is the very first time we are welcoming new graduate employees. First, I would like to express my gratitude to the existing employees whose hard work has grown the company to this point.

Today, I would like to share three points with you.

First is "the value of daring to take the long way around."

Precisely because we live in an era that emphasizes efficiency, the experience of deliberately choosing the difficult path and thinking things through in your own way will translate into future value.

Second is "working as a professional."

From today, you are in a position where you work in exchange for compensation. Please think about how you can demonstrate value and take proactive action.

Third is my desire for you to "make the most of this environment."

As the first class of new graduates, you are in a highly fortunate timing. While not everything is perfectly established, there is an environment where senior employees will generously support you, allowing you to grow together. Furthermore, we are in an era where you can leverage technology, including AI. I hope you perceive this environment positively, ask questions of your own accord, and connect it to your growth.

There will likely be challenging times, but please approach them with a sense of enjoyment.

I look forward to growing together with you.

Social Interior's Mission and Action Guidelines

Mission

Change the interior world. Change the world with interior.

Action Guidelines

・ It's okay to strike out; take a full swing

・ At the world's fastest pace, step by step

・ Choose the fun path over the easy path

・ Be a team that scores points together

・ Burn brightly in your own way

・ Bring a smile to the person next to you

・ Add a sprinkle of playfulness

About Us

Recruitment Information (Graduates of 2027)

Social Interior also plans to conduct new graduate recruitment for the class of 2027. We are looking for colleagues who will expand the possibilities of the interior design industry and provide new value to society. For details regarding application requirements and the selection process, please check the link below.

Recruitment Details

About Social Interior

Social Interior Inc. operates under the mission "Change the interior world. Change the world with interior." and develops three main businesses: the "Online Sales Business," the "Office Construction Support Business," and the "INTERIOR BASE Business."

Online Sales Business The select online store for furniture and appliances, "subsclife" (launched in March 2018), is a service where users can find their favorite items from brand new, vintage, secondhand, and outlet products. By opting for subscription payments, users can utilize the necessary items for the duration they need at a monthly fee without actually owning them.

Office Construction Support Business "Social Interior Office Construction Support" for corporate clients is a service that goes beyond furniture subscriptions, providing one-stop support from office relocation and space design to furniture selection.

INTERIOR BASE Business "INTERIOR BASE," an interior wholesale platform for professionals such as design firms, retailers, and manufacturers, is a service that significantly streamlines specification work based on one of Japan's largest product information databases, ranging from domestic office fixtures to overseas high-end furniture.

[Company Profile] Company Name: Social Interior Inc. President and CEO: Ken Machino Business Outline: Planning and development of "subsclife" (a select online store for furniture/appliances), "Social Interior Office Construction Support" (comprehensive support for corporate office creation), and "INTERIOR BASE" (a furniture/fixture ordering platform) Establishment Date: November 9, 2016 Official Websites: ・Social Interior ・subsclife ・Social Interior Office Construction Support ・INTERIOR BASE ・THE MUSEUM

[Awards Received] ・Tokyu Accelerate Program 2019 Demo Day - Tokyu Award (March 2020, Tokyu Group) ・Next-generation Commerce Award 2020 - Special Award (September 2020, Japan Direct Marketing Association) ・Japan Subscription Business Award 2020 - Bronze Award (December 2020, Japan Subscription Business Association) ・Selected for Amazing Ventures 100 (August 2021, Toyo Keizai) ・Japan Net Economy Newspaper Award SDGs Category - Special Award (June 2022, Japan Ryutsu Sangyo Shimbun) ・Selected for 100 Startups with Track Records of Collaboration with Government (April 2023, METI) ・Mizuho Innovation Award 2024.3Q (October 2024, Mizuho Bank)