'lotsful (Lotsful),' a side job talent matching service operated by Persol Innovation Co., Ltd. of the Persol Group—whose vision is 'Work and Smile' (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative of lotsful Company: Midori Tanaka)—celebrates its 7th anniversary since launch on June 17, 2026.
We are deeply grateful to all the side job talents who have trusted and challenged alongside us, and to the companies that have bravely embraced change and adopted innovative talent strategies. It is thanks to your unwavering support that we have successfully reached this milestone.
Seven Years of Progress and Clear Signs of Change
Since launching in 2019, we have consistently focused on side job matching to 'expand individuals’ career possibilities and accelerate corporate growth,' and on advancing fundamental talent mobility. Over these seven years, Japan’s side job landscape has transformed significantly. While temporary spot projects and fragmented skill utilization were once dominant, side jobs are now steadily expanding as strategic partners in solving core business challenges and driving mid-to-long-term organizational transformation. Throughout our journey, we have witnessed numerous pivotal moments of change.
Strategic Side Job Promotion with Japan Post Group over Four Years
After four years of collaboration, systems are taking root where side job talent deeply engages in new business creation—such as cultural transformation within large organizations and improvements to the 'New Service Realization Challenge Program.'
Ongoing Support for Ota Ward (Ota Ward Shopping Street Association)
We have helped convert inbound tourism demand into self-sustaining local vitality through system design, social media utilization, and digital transformation (DX) support for regional businesses. Insights cultivated at the forefront of private enterprises are now flowing into public administration and local communities, delivering tangible results. Beyond merely filling talent gaps, advanced organizations are integrating external professional expertise into their structures to grow together. Such forward-thinking companies and organizations are no longer fleeting trends but are steadily becoming Japan’s new standard.
👉 View case studies of corporate side job adoption here
The Current State of 'Side Job Utilization' Through Customer Cases and Data
Our surveys and daily customer cases prove that the value of side jobs extends far beyond task completion.
The 'Survey on Side Job Utilization in Positions Without Full-Time Specialists' conducted by lotsful revealed that over 80% of companies using side job talent in expertise-scarce areas reported tangible results. Furthermore, the latest 'Survey on the Causal Relationship Between Side Jobs and Career Changes' shows that side jobs not only promote individual career autonomy but also serve as a 'key catalyst' for attracting diverse talent and energizing organizations. Side jobs are evolving into a powerful 'growth engine' enabling companies and individuals to co-create the future.
👉 View past research reports from lotsful here
The Future Vision of 'lotsful'
Japan is home to countless untapped individual talents and dynamic companies and regions that thrive by exchanging external insights.
By closely supporting each of them, accumulating success stories, and continuously sharing their value with society, we aim to make Japan’s workstyles—and the very nature of organizations—more free and more exciting. We will continue building a culture where everyone can freely choose and challenge themselves, going beyond simply matching people and companies. We look forward to your continued support for lotsful’s journey.
Over 2,700 Companies Use 'lotsful'! Features of the side job talent service 'lotsful,' as of March 2026, which has supported over 50,000 projects
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'Lotsful' actively promotes corporate acceptance of side jobs. We offer diverse projects primarily in business roles such as business development, sales, marketing, HR, PR, and strategic planning. Dedicated Talent Planners provide free counseling based on your experience and skills, enabling even side job beginners to participate with confidence. Most projects can be done remotely, allowing flexible workstyles—such as starting with just one day (4 hours) per week.
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We target professionals with rich experience and achievements aimed at skill development and business contribution. This allows companies to leverage established, refined operational know-how in areas where internal resources are lacking. For only the talent’s commission fee, we provide onboarding support—from project scoping to handling complex contracting at side job launch—utilizing Persol Group’s extensive talent support expertise. We also assist in building systems for side job utilization, including contracts and labor management. (Contract type is commission-based.)
About Persol Innovation Co., Ltd.
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Persol Innovation Co., Ltd. launched in April 2019 with the mission of creating next-generation businesses for the Persol Group. We address overlooked challenges in the world of work that 'someone should solve.' Initially, we focus on career and recruitment support for frontline workers, including 'PitaTen,' a job support service for youth and inexperienced job seekers, and a driver-specialized recruitment agency. We also operate 'HITO-Link Agent,' a job database that opens approximately 100,000 job listings to recruitment agencies—services designed to shift industry paradigms. Moving forward, we will continue updating the norms of work through new value creation.
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