In October 2025, TomizawaShoutenheld a career seminar at Yokohama Sweets & Cafe College for students aspiring to work in the confectionery and baking industry.
The theme was "Today's choices shape tomorrow's abilities." The seminar provided students preparing for job hunting with realistic industry information and career strategies to help them achieve their dreams.

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■Instructor introduction

　The speaker wasShouten Shuichi Sato, Director of
Director Sato has managed food industry companies both in Japan and abroad, and currently serves as a director of TomizawaShouten. Based on his experience cultivated on the global stage, he passionately spoke from a management perspective about the appeal of the industry and the mindset needed to work in it, focusing on messages such as "What is a career?" and "Salary is not the only reward."

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■Seminar content

• ● Confectionery and bread making is a combination of "science" and "art"
• ● Career development and the importance of motivation and learning
• ● A new value system: "Salary is not the only reward"
• ● "Are only large companies good places to work?" Perspectives on choosing a workplace
• ● Preparation and mental preparation necessary to aim for independence

Rather than simply providing information, we delivered messages that supported the future of each and every student.

■ Student comments (excerpts)

—"The words 'love is necessary for work' really resonated with me. It made me realize again the importance of working with passion and dedication."
—"I was surprised by the idea that salary isn't the only reward. I want to choose an environment where I can grow by considering learning and experience as rewards."
—"The idea that a career is about leaving a good legacy for younger generations was very impressive. I want to build a career like that."
—"The perspective that confectionery and bread making is a combination of 'science' and 'art' was refreshing. It made me want to deepen my knowledge and hone my skills."
—"I learned about the necessary preparations and mindset for aiming for independence, which made my future goals much clearer."

We have received comments such as:

　
　Tomizawa Shouten will continue to provide career development support and practical learning opportunities to students aspiring to work in the confectionery and bakery industry. We will continue to strengthen our ties with schools and contribute to the development of human resources who will lead the industry in the future.

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▶ To all school officials

TomizawaShoutenconducts seminars nationwide to support the careers of students aiming for careers in the confectionery and baking industries.
We offer customized programs tailored to your students, focusing on themes such as "career development," "latest industry information," and "important things to consider when working

Schools interested in hosting a seminar are welcome to contact us.
📩 recruit@tomizawa.co.jp