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Nihont Co., Ltd. Surpasses 150 Accumulated Job Offers for Foreign Drivers

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Published Jun 10, 2026 11:00 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 7:57 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Nihont Co., Ltd.
announced that the number of job offers for foreign drivers they support has exceeded 150, following a series of seminars for trucking associations across Japan.
The company achieves high retention rates through thorough pre- and post-arrival training.

Nihont Co., Ltd. announced that the number of job offers for foreign drivers they support has exceeded 150, following a series of seminars for trucking associations across Japan. The company achieves high retention rates through thorough pre- and post-arrival training.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000161639.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 10, 2026

Nihont Co., Ltd. (HQ: Edogawa-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Akihiro Kamada) announced that the total number of job offers supported by the company for foreign drivers has surpassed 150, following participation in seminars held by 11 organizations, including seven regional trucking associations.

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Seminars Conducted Since August 2025, Nihont has conducted seminars on "Recommendations for Hiring Foreign Drivers" and "Acceptance of Specified Skilled Workers" at various trucking associations and logistics organizations nationwide, addressing the need for practical on-site information.

Key Features of Training/Seminars 1. Recruitment Strategy: Tailoring recruitment patterns (domestic/overseas) to company size and talent needs. 2. Comparative Analysis: Comparing countries like Nepal, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Myanmar to find the best match for each company. 3. Intensive Education: Before arrival, candidates undergo 22 hours of classroom training and 56 hours of practical driving education in Nepal, led by Japanese instructors with traffic psychologist qualifications. 4. Post-Arrival Support: Continuous support including license conversion preparation, quarterly on-board training, and ongoing counseling to maintain safe driving habits.

Future Outlook Nihont plans to establish a local subsidiary and driving school in Nepal, while introducing AI-based learning support, driving simulators, and VR training to further enhance the quality of human resource development.

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FAQ

How many foreign driver candidates has Nihonto Co., Ltd. supported?

We have exceeded 150 candidates in total.

What kind of support does Nihonto Co., Ltd. provide?

We conduct human resource education, training, and placement for foreign drivers, providing thorough driving instruction both before and after entry, as well as continuous on-the-job guidance and counseling after they start working.

What kind of training do you provide?

We offer 22 hours of classroom instruction and 56 hours of practical training in Nepal, and after entry, we provide support for international license conversion, practical training to experience bicycle movements, and ongoing on-the-job guidance.

What are your future plans?

We plan to establish a local office in Nepal, set up a driving school, introduce AI learning support, driving simulators, and VR training.

What topics are covered in the seminars?

We provide practical information on foreign driver recruitment, including how to choose hiring patterns, comparisons of country-specific characteristics, and educational content before and after entry.

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