Otetsutabi Inc. (Headquarters: Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo; CEO: Rina Nagaoka, hereinafter "Otetsutabi"), which operates "Otetsutabi," a human resource matching service combining "helping" and "travel," has signed a partnership agreement with Shima City, Mie Prefecture (Mayor: Masayoshi Hashitsume). The purpose of this agreement is to resolve labor shortages in the city, create and expand related populations, and promote sustainable development of the regional economy through the promotion of future migration and settlement. This is the first partnership agreement between a local government and Otetsutabi in Mie Prefecture. The agreement signing ceremony was held at Shima City Hall on June 29, 2026 (Mon.), followed by an "Otetsutabi Utilization Seminar" in the afternoon for businesses in the city (accommodation facilities, primary industries, etc.) facing labor shortages. ■ Background of the Agreement: Resolving "Labor Shortages" in the Ise-Shima Area and Creating "Regional Fans (Related Populations)" Shima City boasts rich nature and food, as well as world-class tourist resources represented by the Ise-Shima National Park. However, on the other hand, temporary labor shortages in accommodation facilities during specific seasons (peak periods) and a future shortage of successors in primary industries such as agriculture and fisheries are major regional issues. These issues are difficult to solve with temporary job postings alone, and the existence of "related populations" who are continuously involved from outside the region is essential. This agreement will utilize the network of "Otetsutabi," which has approximately 100,000 registered users nationwide, to attract motivated workers from all over the country by using "travel" as a hook, thereby resolving the "labor shortage" facing the region. Furthermore, it will create a virtuous cycle where participants who become fans of Shima City (related populations) through their stay will lead to continued visits and future "migra