Gunma Prefecture Hosts 'Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026' Succession Program; Applications Now Open
Gunma Prefecture has launched applications for 'Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026,' a five-session practical program for SME successors aimed at leveraging family assets and driving management innovation.
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Stamen Inc. has begun accepting applications for 'Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026,' a successor development program for SME heirs in Gunma Prefecture, as part of the prefecture's 'FY2026 Successor Innovation Support Project (GUNMA Atotsugi Club).'
This program is a practical course designed not merely to 'hand over' a family business, but to rethink the values and strengths cultivated over generations and take the first steps toward new management in the next era. Through five in-person sessions, participants will systematically learn everything from organizing their company's competitive advantages to strategy execution and organizational leadership.
Business succession in an era where 'preserving' is not enough:
In an era of declining population, market shifts, labor shortages, and technological advancements, the business environment surrounding SMEs is changing drastically. Successors are now expected to do more than just continue their existing businesses.
This program goes beyond one-way lectures; participants will deepen their learning by engaging in workshops, dialogues with peers, and brainstorming sessions with experienced successors.
■ Program Overview
Name: Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026
Schedule:
July 14 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
July 28 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
August 19 (Wed) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
September 8 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
September 17 (Thu) - 18 (Fri) @Ikaho Onsen Area
Format: 5 in-person sessions
Participation Fee: Free (Participants cover travel, accommodation, and meal expenses)
Eligibility: SME successors/prospective successors in Gunma Prefecture; Capacity: 15 participants
■ Application Deadline
June 30, 2026 (Tue) 18:00
This program is a practical course designed not merely to 'hand over' a family business, but to rethink the values and strengths cultivated over generations and take the first steps toward new management in the next era. Through five in-person sessions, participants will systematically learn everything from organizing their company's competitive advantages to strategy execution and organizational leadership.
Business succession in an era where 'preserving' is not enough:
In an era of declining population, market shifts, labor shortages, and technological advancements, the business environment surrounding SMEs is changing drastically. Successors are now expected to do more than just continue their existing businesses.
This program goes beyond one-way lectures; participants will deepen their learning by engaging in workshops, dialogues with peers, and brainstorming sessions with experienced successors.
■ Program Overview
Name: Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026
Schedule:
July 14 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
July 28 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
August 19 (Wed) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
September 8 (Tue) 13:00-18:00 @Aquel Maebashi Meeting Room
September 17 (Thu) - 18 (Fri) @Ikaho Onsen Area
Format: 5 in-person sessions
Participation Fee: Free (Participants cover travel, accommodation, and meal expenses)
Eligibility: SME successors/prospective successors in Gunma Prefecture; Capacity: 15 participants
■ Application Deadline
June 30, 2026 (Tue) 18:00
FAQ
What can I learn at Atotsugi Shidojuku 2026?
You will systematically learn to redefine your company's value, design competitive advantages, concretize strategies, and master organizational transformation through five workshops.
Are accommodation fees included in the participation fee?
No, accommodation, travel, and meal expenses are the responsibility of the participants.
Can I participate if I haven't decided to take over the family business yet?
Yes, individuals who are unsure or just starting to get involved with their family business are welcome to participate.