Entrepreneurs from Nagaoka Kosen talk thoroughly about the reality of Kosen! 'Raw Kosen Radio' starts streaming on Spotify and more!
Prossel Holdings Inc. will start streaming a new podcast 'Raw Kosen Radio' on April 7, 2026. Hosted by Nagaoka Kosen alumni entrepreneurs Kazuki Yokoyama and Shuta Shibuya, it explores Kosen culture and careers.
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Prossel Holdings Inc. (Headquarters: Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture; Representative Director and CEO: Kazuki Yokoyama), a company that develops businesses in the human resources, technology, and manufacturing sectors by bringing together the technical and practical skills of Kosen (National Institute of Technology) graduates, announces that it will start streaming a new program "Raw Kosen Radio" on Spotify and other platforms from April 7, 2026. In this program, Kazuki Yokoyama, an entrepreneur and Nagaoka Kosen alumnus, teams up with Mr. Shuta Shibuya to deliver deep and stimulating talks on the theme of "Kosen".
■ Background of starting "Raw Kosen Radio"
In recent years, the existence of "Kosen" (National Institute of Technology), which supports Japan's industrial competitiveness, has been drawing renewed attention. Kosen students and graduates, who receive specialized education from the age of 15 and possess unconventional thinking and overwhelming implementation skills, have become indispensable in startups and at the forefront of technological innovation.
However, their unique culture and post-graduation career paths, and their real figures are not yet widely known to the world.
Therefore, Prossel HD representative Yokoyama, a Nagaoka Kosen alumnus, and Mr. Shibuya planned this radio show with the aim of "conveying the value of Kosen as it is, with high enthusiasm." From cheering on current students to Kosen information that alumni should know, we will deliver the "raw Kosen" that cannot be fully described.
■ Program Overview
Program Name: Raw Kosen Radio
Distribution Start Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Distribution Platforms: Spotify, Apple podcasts, YouTube
Cast:
■ Background of starting "Raw Kosen Radio"
In recent years, the existence of "Kosen" (National Institute of Technology), which supports Japan's industrial competitiveness, has been drawing renewed attention. Kosen students and graduates, who receive specialized education from the age of 15 and possess unconventional thinking and overwhelming implementation skills, have become indispensable in startups and at the forefront of technological innovation.
However, their unique culture and post-graduation career paths, and their real figures are not yet widely known to the world.
Therefore, Prossel HD representative Yokoyama, a Nagaoka Kosen alumnus, and Mr. Shibuya planned this radio show with the aim of "conveying the value of Kosen as it is, with high enthusiasm." From cheering on current students to Kosen information that alumni should know, we will deliver the "raw Kosen" that cannot be fully described.
■ Program Overview
Program Name: Raw Kosen Radio
Distribution Start Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Distribution Platforms: Spotify, Apple podcasts, YouTube
Cast:
FAQ
What is 'Just as it is, Kosen Radio'?
It is a podcast program where entrepreneurs from Nagoya Kosen serve as hosts and thoroughly discuss the appeal of Kosen culture and careers, presenting 'Kosen as it is'.
When and where can I listen to it?
Starting from April 7, 2026 (Tuesday), it will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other platforms.
What kind of company is Prosser Holdings Co., Ltd.?
It is a company based in Niigata City that leverages the technical and practical skills of Kosen graduates to develop businesses in the fields of human resources, technology, and manufacturing.